Supplier Quality – Metal Frame & Mechanical

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. Evaluate, qualify, and approve suppliers of metal structures, welding, machining, casting, and surface treatment .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeMontebello Vicentino • ItalyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, including supplier evaluation, qualification audits, and compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Proficient in technical analysis, corrective action management, and continuous improvement methodologies within the metalwork and manufacturing sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Quality ManagementISO 9001 Standards8D Problem SolvingMetalwork and Mechanical ComponentsTechnical Drawing Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Supplier Qualification AuditsNonconformity ManagementProcess and System AuditsDimensional and Geometric Tolerances (GD&T)MIG/MAG/TIG WeldingCNC MachiningControl Plan DevelopmentFMEASPCRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipNegotiationAnalytical/Data-Driven ApproachInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

CalipersMicrometersDial GaugesAltimetersRoughness Testers

Industry Keywords

Supplier Development PlansFirst Article InspectionQuality-System MaturityCorrective-Action EffectivenessPerformance Improvement Plans

Tech Stack

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Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, qualify, and approve suppliers of metal structures, welding, machining, casting, and surface treatment
Conduct supplier qualification audits and support Procurement in technical and qualitative supplier selection
Define and monitor strategic supplier development plans
Evaluate supplier production capacity, technical expertise, and quality-system maturity
Ensure purchased components comply with drawings, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements
Manage component approval and product/process change processes
Verify supplier Control Plans, Inspection Plans, and Process Flows
Support First Article Inspection and Product Validation activities
Coordinate sampling and initial validation activities
Plan and execute supplier system, process, and product audits; prepare reports and monitor corrective-action closure
Manage supplier nonconformities, containment, sorting, and rework activities
Request and evaluate 8D and Root Cause Analysis reports
Monitor corrective-action effectiveness
Manage exemptions and concessions with relevant functions
Analyze supplier quality trends and implement performance improvement plans
Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Incoming Inspection, Project Management, and Supply Chain
Participate in technical reviews and meetings with strategic suppliers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or equivalent engineering, or a technical diploma with significant experience
At least 5 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Engineering roles
Direct experience with metalwork and mechanical component suppliers
Good command of English
Willingness to travel to national and international suppliers
In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 standards
Knowledge of process and system audits
Nonconformity and corrective action management
Knowledge of 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, Pareto Analysis, FMEA, Control Plan, and SPC
Knowledge of metalwork, MIG/MAG/TIG welding, CNC machining, sheet metal and bending, mechanical assembly, surface treatments and painting
Knowledge of dimensional and geometric tolerances (GD&T)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Experience using calipers, micrometers, dial gauges, altimeters, and roughness testers
Ability to interpret dimensional reports and CMMs
Ability to analyze material and treatment certificates
Strong results orientation, technical leadership, negotiation, structured problem solving, analytical/data-driven approach, priority management, interpersonal and communication skills, and continuous improvement orientation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunities regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity
Hybrid work arrangement