Supplier Quality Engineer

Packsize

. Ensure a high-quality, compliant supply base for corrugated packaging, consumables, and spare parts supporting the European Business Unit .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,637 - $108,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality engineering with a strong focus on Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949. Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

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Supplier Quality EngineeringQuality Management Systems (QMS)Root Cause Analysis MethodologiesInspection Sampling PlansSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Supplier Quality PrinciplesAPQPPPAPStatistical Process Control (SPC)Measurement System Analysis (MSA)Nonconformance Reports (NCRs)Supplier Corrective Actions (SCARs)AQL8D Methodology5 Why Analysis

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementCollaborationCustomer-Facing CommunicationConstructive Feedback

Industry Keywords

Corrugated PackagingConsumables ManufacturingPaper IndustryNatural Materials Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure a high-quality, compliant supply base for corrugated packaging, consumables, and spare parts supporting the European Business Unit
Lead supplier quality activities for advanced product development, including APQP and PPAP support
Develop and implement effective inspection sampling plans; manage deviations, nonconformance reports (NCRs), and supplier corrective actions (SCARs)
Monitor and improve supplier performance through audits, scorecards, questionnaires, and inspection data, enforcing accountability for quality issues
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives in quality systems and process control
Support material certifications (e.g., FSC, SFI) and assist in customer audits and compliance activities related to the consumables supply chain
Issue and manage NCRs and SCARs, ensuring timely and effective root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a closely related quality-focused engineering role
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field
Strong knowledge of supplier quality principles and Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
Proficiency with inspection sampling plans (e.g., AQL) and statistical quality tools such as SPC and MSA
Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Proven experience managing supplier relationships, including conducting audits, driving corrective actions, and delivering constructive feedback
Customer-facing experience investigating quality issues, facilitating resolution, and communicating outcomes to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, including capability assessments, quality inspections, and compliance verification
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across supply chain, engineering, and operations teams
Solid understanding and practical experience with APQP and PPAP processes
Travel will be required when necessary
Experience in the paper or natural materials industry
Familiarity with corrugated packaging and consumables manufacturing processes
Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)
Life and disability insurance
Critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Reasonable accommodations in the application process for qualified individuals with disabilities