Supplier Quality Engineer - Wayland Area

We are partnering with organizations in Wayland that are seeking Supplier Quality Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

• →Develop and implement supplier quality management strategies and processes.
• →Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• →Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier-related quality issues.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define supplier quality requirements and specifications.
• →Monitor and report on key supplier quality performance metrics and trends.
• →Manage supplier non-conformances and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• →Participate in new product development to ensure supplier readiness and capability.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and tools (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D).
• Proven ability to conduct supplier audits, evaluate supplier performance, and drive corrective actions.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, casting, injection molding, electronics assembly).

• ASQ certifications (e.g., CSQE, CQE, CQA)
• Experience with advanced quality planning (e.g., APQP, PPAP)
• Proficiency in a programming language for data analysis (e.g., Python, R)
• Familiarity with specific manufacturing processes relevant to the company (e.g., injection molding, machining, electronics assembly)
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools

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The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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.