Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer 2
Location(s): Orlando, FL
Experience Level- 3-5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or quality engineering.
- Strong technical background in complex manufacturing environments, particularly welding and complex machining.
Primary Responsibilities- Lead supplier quality activities, including product and process qualifications (PPQs).
- Manage supplier non-conformance issues from identification through resolution.
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with quality management requirements.
- Develop and improve supplier capabilities to meet current and future manufacturing needs.
- Support supplier qualification, approval, and ongoing performance management.
- Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams to resolve quality concerns.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, digitalization, and lean processes.
- Support cost reduction and business continuity efforts within the supply chain.
Required Skills & Knowledge- Technical education or degree in quality, mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline.
- Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001.
- Understanding of supplier quality management and quality control practices.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and production methods.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Experience with critical and complex components such as shafts, discs, and assemblies.
- Knowledge of inspection methodologies and capability assessments.
- Ability to manage multiple investigations and projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with quality improvement tools such as:
- 8D
- 5 Whys
- Ishikawa (Fishbone) Analysis
- SAP experience.
Work Environment- Minimum three days per week in office.
- Travel required up to 50% to supplier locations, including sites in Connecticut.
- Significant supplier-facing responsibilities with regular on-site manufacturing support.
Key Success Factors- Self-directed and capable of working with minimal supervision.
- Strong supplier relationship management skills.
- Ability to lead complex quality investigations from start to finish.
- Effective communicator with technical and executive-level audiences.
- Focus on continuous improvement, risk reduction, and manufacturing excellence.
