Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Onsite – Tamarac, FL
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST), with additional hours as needed
Travel Requirement: Up to 50% (Primarily Domestic)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $109,000
Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure the delivery of high-quality materials and components from our supplier base. This role plays a key part in supplier auditing, development, and performance monitoring, while also supporting internal quality initiatives and assisting with the maintenance of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineering to understand raw material requirements for new product development (NPD)
Support supplier onboarding and development in partnership with purchasing and engineering teams
Manage the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for product changes and onboarding new suppliers
Perform first article inspections in coordination with the inspection team
Conduct capability analysis (Cp / Cpk) to evaluate supplier process consistency
Initiate and manage the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process
Monitor and follow up on open SCARs to ensure timely resolution
Support suppliers in root cause analysis and validate corrective actions during follow-up visits
Conduct quarterly reviews and maintain ongoing communication with key supplier contacts
Provide resources and training to suppliers on Lean and Six Sigma tools
Analyze supplier performance and recommend process or equipment improvements
Maintain detailed documentation, including supplier reports, audit checklists, and SOPs
Create and manage the annual supplier audit schedule to reduce travel and optimize resource use
Support quality inspectors with first article inspection, data analysis, and change communication
Ensure compliance with internal policies such as the Product Change Notification (PCN) process
Contribute to QMS software maintenance and quality department reporting
Maintain dashboards, project trackers, and metrics aligned with departmental goals
Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field
2+ years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering or similar manufacturing role
Experience conducting supplier visits, audits, and development activities
Strong understanding of quality core tools (e.g., PFMEA, control plans, process flow)
Knowledge of PPAP, SCARs, and capability studies (Cp/Cpk)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lead and influence suppliers to meet performance expectations
Willingness to travel up to 50% (primarily domestic)
Preferred Qualifications
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
Experience with Kaizen event leadership
Lean Certification
Trained Auditor certification
Familiarity with SAP in a manufacturing setting
Experience with Lean material management and related systems
Interview Process
Initial virtual interview with the hiring team
PI Assessment and follow-up virtual interview with hiring and HR representatives
Benefits Include
