Our client is currently seeking a

Supplier Quality Engineer Location:

Waterloo, IA Duration:

24 months with possible extension

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives for urgent manufacturing floor and customer-related concerns, ensuring effective root cause analysis, permanent corrective actions, and prevention of recurring issues through systemic solutions. Perform quality planning activities primarily for fluid conveyance products, with potential involvement in hydraulics, metal fabrication, and fastener components. Support quality planning efforts for current production, supplier change requests, cost-reduction initiatives, sourcing transitions, and temporary sourcing projects. Conduct Design Process and Assembly Reviews (DPARs), engineering drawing reviews, and product design evaluations for both new and existing products. Utilize Six Sigma methodologies and quality tools such as Statistical Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and 8D problem-solving techniques to identify and mitigate quality risks associated with externally manufactured components and assemblies. Lead Supplier Quality Improvement Teams to drive continuous improvement, process optimization, and supplier performance enhancements.

Required Qualifications:

Experience in project management, including the ability to effectively lead, facilitate, and coordinate cross-functional teams. Strong understanding of quality management principles and tools, including FMEA, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root Cause Analysis, Control Plans, Gage R&R, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Process Capability Studies. Ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex engineering drawings, with working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Experience with advanced data collection, statistical analysis, and problem-solving techniques. Previous experience in Supplier Quality Engineering and/or Quality Engineering is preferred. Self-driven professional with strong initiative, accountability, and the ability to work independently.

Education & Preferred Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, Communications, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a quality-focused environment. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.