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SPX Technologies

Supplier Quality Auditor

SPX Technologies

. Serve as the technical quality expert within the Strategic Sourcing Center of Excellence .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeTennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Supplier Quality Management, including conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions. Proficient in reviewing engineering documentation and performing quality system audits within manufacturing environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Supplier Quality ManagementRoot Cause InvestigationQuality System AuditsCertified Welding Inspector (CWI)Lean Manufacturing

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Hard Skills
Root Cause AnalysisGeometric Dimensioning And TolerancingPFMEA DevelopmentAPQPPPAPWelding ProcessesManufacturing Process AnalysisTechnical DocumentationProcess AuditsSupplier Development
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Quality Management SystemsInspection MethodsManufacturing DocumentationControl PlansProcess Flow Diagrams
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)Certified Supplier Quality Auditor (CSQA)
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing EngineeringWelding EngineeringLean ManufacturingSix SigmaAWS Welding StandardsASME CodesMetallurgyFabricationMachiningIndustrial Manufacturing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AssemblyAWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as the technical quality expert within the Strategic Sourcing Center of Excellence
  • Partner with Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure robust quality systems and manufacturing processes
  • Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, and PFMEA
  • Analyze manufacturing process failures, supplier escapes, field quality concerns, and recurring defects
  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T requirements, weld symbols, inspection plans, and manufacturing documentation
  • Evaluate supplier process controls, inspection methods, quality records, and validation activities
  • Drive containment, corrective action, and preventive action activities through closure and verify effectiveness
  • Assess process capability, control plans, process audits, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Support supplier development initiatives
  • Develop comprehensive audit reports documenting observations, non-conformances, risks, technical concerns, and recommended actions
  • Review supplier quality documentation including quality manuals, SOPs, control plans, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, inspection records, weld procedures and certifications, and validation and test reports
  • Maintain records of audit findings, corrective action progress, supplier performance trends, and risk assessments
  • Create executive-level summaries and technical reports supporting sourcing decisions and supplier qualification
  • Analyze supplier quality data and identify trends requiring corrective or preventive action
  • Evaluate welding operations, welding procedures, operator qualifications, inspection practices, and process controls
  • Assess supplier compliance with applicable welding standards and customer-specific requirements
  • Verify weld quality controls, inspection methods, and documentation practices
  • Assess fabrication, machining, assembly, and manufacturing processes for technical risks and improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical manufacturing and quality issues
  • Conduct supplier audits, technical assessments, and on-site problem-solving activities

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • Demonstrated experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing sustainable corrective actions within manufacturing environments
  • Strong experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, manufacturing processes, and technical documentation
  • Extensive experience with quality system audits, process audits, and supplier development activities
  • Hands-on experience with fabricated metal products, welding processes, machining, assembly, or industrial manufacturing
  • Proven ability to develop comprehensive technical reports and documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) strongly preferred
  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Supplier Quality Auditor (CSQA)
  • Experience with AWS welding standards
  • Experience with ASME codes
  • Experience with metallurgy and welding processes
  • Experience with fabrication and metalworking operations
  • Experience with PFMEA development
  • Experience with APQP and PPAP
  • Experience with supplier quality management
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
  • Must be comfortable working directly within manufacturing environments
  • Willingness to travel up to 65%

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
  • Competitive health insurance plans
  • 401(k) match
  • Benefits starting day one
  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages
  • Bonus plans
  • Educational assistance
  • Leadership development programs
  • Recognition programs
  • Personal development and career growth opportunities
  • Inclusive work environment