Supplier Quality Managers in this space play a central role in ensuring that external manufacturing partners meet rigorous quality, compliance and delivery standards. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Supplier Quality Manager opportunities, roles where you could drive quality assurance across the supply chain while managing relationships with key suppliers and oversight of quality management systems. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity Roles of this type sit within engineering and operations teams responsible for supplier performance, quality compliance and continuous improvement. The work could involve partnering with procurement, engineering and operations to maintain QMS standards, audit supplier facilities, resolve quality issues and support the delivery of components and systems that meet design and regulatory requirements. You could manage relationships with strategic suppliers while maintaining documentation, traceability and compliance across the supply chain. Typical role overview

Location:

USA, Nationwide Type:

Contract

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Full-time Rate:

$560 - $800 per day

Experience:

5-10 years in supplier quality, quality assurance or manufacturing engineering

Leadership:

1-2 years leading or coordinating quality teams What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Managing supplier quality performance, including audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Developing and maintaining supplier quality agreements, scorecards and KPIs aligned with company standards Investigating and resolving quality issues, non-conformances and field failures in collaboration with suppliers and internal engineering teams Overseeing supplier compliance with QMS requirements, design standards and regulatory obligations Coordinating with procurement, engineering and operations to support on-time delivery and quality targets Leading or mentoring quality team members involved in supplier oversight, documentation or compliance activities Maintaining quality records, traceability documentation and supplier audit trails to support regulatory and

ISO 13485

(or equivalent) requirements What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 5-10 years' experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing or quality assurance Working knowledge of QMS, quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or equivalent) and regulatory frameworks relevant to your industry Experience conducting supplier audits, managing corrective actions and driving quality improvements Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across engineering, procurement and operations Proficiency with quality documentation systems, traceability tools and data management Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field, or equivalent professional experience Authorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have 1-2 years' experience leading or coordinating quality teams or supplier management functions CAD proficiency or familiarity with design standards and technical specifications Field application or manufacturing experience in a regulated environment Supplier quality certifications (ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, CSQE or similar) Experience with system integration and testing protocols What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Opportunity to drive quality and compliance standards across the supply chain Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen supplier relationships and product quality Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations and procurement teams Potential for progression toward senior supplier quality or quality leadership roles, where supported by performance and organizational need Contract flexibility with competitive daily rates, typically $560 - $800 per day depending on experience and location Opportunity to work on diverse manufacturing and field application challenges across the supply base About Specialist Staffing Group We partner with leading organizations to connect skilled engineering and quality professionals with meaningful contract and permanent opportunities. Our focus is on understanding both your career goals and our clients' technical needs, ensuring a strong fit for both parties. We value expertise, professionalism and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.