Supplier Quality Engineer

Title:

Supplier Quality Engineer Location:

Muncie, IN Overview:

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Hire Type:

Direct Hire Benefits:

Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacation, 401K, etc.

Target Salary:

$70,000-80,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:

up to 15% annual bonus

Job Summary:

A ssess quality and ensure all products are free from defects and in compliance with engineering and manufacturing specifications and standards. The Engineer works to resolve any quality issues and provide guidance on process enhancements and improvements.

Job Duties:

Evaluate supplier PPAP submissions, including documentation such as warrants, PFCs, FMEAs, control plans, and related materials for product approval Collaborate with suppliers, production teams, and engineers to identify and resolve quality issues Assess the quality and approval status of critical components from suppliers Partner with project teams to define deliverables and ensure alignment with quality standards Assign parts and assemblies to the appropriate design engineer for review and approval Apply Six Sigma, SPC, and DOE methodologies to reduce defects in casted and forged components Conduct supplier audits, create action plans for improvements, and monitor progress until completion Utilize SAP to evaluate inventory impact and manage necessary adjustments Work proactively with suppliers to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence of quality issues

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field Minimum of 2 years of practical experience with manufacturing and engineering processes Familiarity with production workflows, methods, and principles Experience collaborating with both internal teams and external suppliers or customers Proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and ERP systems Strong skills in statistical analysis and quality assurance techniques Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.