Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Summary

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQA) is responsible for driving supplier qualifications, supplier quality performance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role ensures that suppliers meet quality standards throughout New Product Introduction (NPI) and mass production, while supporting overall supplier governance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1 Supplier Qualification

Lead supplier qualification activities through structured audit processes, including checklist development, audit execution, reporting, and follow-up on action plans

Develop and maintain inspection procedures, work instructions, control plans, and other quality documentation

Ensure compliance with documented quality requirements across suppliers

Manage First Article Inspection (FAI) and periodic quality reporting for new and modified components

Improve data collection, analysis, and reporting systems for supplier quality performance

Control component quality during NPI and production to meet customer specifications

2 Supplier Quality Management

Drive resolution of supplier quality issues, including root cause analysis and 8D closure

Monitor and follow up on supplier corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Maintain and continuously update Supplier Quality Improvement Plans

Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders on continuous quality improvement initiatives

Conduct supplier audits and evaluate supplier performance

Develop and maintain supplier KPI scorecards and regular performance reports

Support supplier rating systems and provide recommendations, including supplier business warnings when necessary

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related discipline) or equivalent experience

Minimum 3+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Process Engineering within a manufacturing or assembly environment

Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 8D, RCA, FAI, control plans)

Good analytical skills with strong attention to detail

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment

Proactive, results-driven, and strong problem-solving mindset

Good decision-making capability