Supplier Quality Engineer - Plainwell Area

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Plainwell seeking experienced Supplier Quality Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

• →Develop and implement supplier quality improvement plans.
• →Conduct supplier audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• →Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues and non-conformances.
• →Collaborate with sourcing and engineering to qualify new suppliers and parts.
• →Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics.
• →Drive continuous improvement initiatives for supplier quality processes.
• →Participate in the selection and evaluation of new suppliers.
• →Ensure supplier adherence to company quality standards and specifications.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
• 3+ years experience in supplier quality or quality engineering in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and quality tools (e.g., PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D)
• Proven ability to conduct supplier audits and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, casting, welding)

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification
• Experience with advanced quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Proficiency in a second language, particularly Spanish or Mandarin
• Familiarity with a specific manufacturing process, such as injection molding, casting, or machining
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP or Oracle

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If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.