Supplier Quality Engineer

Columbus McKinnon

. Evaluate and select suppliers .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeMenomonee Falls • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance protocols, supplier quality management, and compliance with ISO standards. Proficient in analyzing quality data, conducting audits, and implementing corrective actions to ensure product quality and regulatory adherence.

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Supplier Quality ManagementQuality Assurance ProtocolsRoot Cause Corrective Action (8D)Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)ISO Standards Compliance

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Hard Skills

Quality Experience in ManufacturingReading Technical DocumentsInterpreting Engineering DrawingsConducting Supplier AuditsPerforming Risk AnalysesCollecting and Analyzing Quality DataDesigning Inspection MechanismsDocumenting Nonconformance RecordsFMEAsControl Plans

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Measurement System Analysis (MSA)Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)Characteristics MatricesProcess Flow Diagrams

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeASQ Certified Supplier Quality Engineer

Industry Keywords

Supplier AuditsQuality PlansContinuous Improvement InitiativesMaterial Review Board (MRB)Engineering Change Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate and select suppliers
Develop quality assurance protocols
Conduct supplier audits and monitor performance metrics
Resolve supplier and product quality issues
Collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers
Train suppliers on quality processes
Interface with engineering disciplines, customers, and suppliers on quality-related issues
Lead Material Review Board (MRB) and corrective action teams
Design or specify inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment
Perform tests and document test results
Prepare, review, and approve quality plans, policies, procedures, and reports
Participate in or perform audits and compile reports
Manage customer, supplier, and internal communications
Collect and analyze quality data
Document and report concerns using internal tracking methods, including nonconformance records
Ensure customer and regulatory requirements are met
Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
Perform Root Cause Corrective Action using methodologies such as 8D
Witness and audit product building and testing at supplier sites
Perform risk analyses and implement mitigations
Assemble and verify Supplier PPAP submissions for acceptance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree is required
ASQ (American Society for Quality) Certified Supplier Quality Engineer is preferred
Minimum of 1 year of experience reading and interpreting technical documents, including prints (GD&T), drawings, and engineering orders
Minimum of 1 year of Quality experience working in a manufacturing environment
Minimum of 1 year working directly with Customers or Suppliers on Quality-related issues
Familiarity with ISO standards and compliance requirements
Awareness of engineering change processes and documentation
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication with vendors and internal teams
Time management and organizational skills
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) experience is highly preferred
Experience with characteristics matrices, process flow diagrams, FMEAs, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is highly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace
Diverse and inclusive workforce