Supplier Quality Engineer w/Casting Forging Experience - Hiring for January 2027
Posting Start Date: 9/10/26
Job Location (Short): Peoria, Illinois, USA, 61639
Requisition ID: 36926
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
Job OverviewThis position is to assist the Manager Supplier Quality in coordinating and directing companywide efforts to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions within the supply chain. Assist in supplier qualification endeavors including supplier audit and evaluations. The Supplier Quality Engineer function is achieved through supplier development, corrective action resolution, error prevention and continual improvement activities that desired Quality levels of KAC Peoria products are achieve the desired Quality levels.
Key Job Responsibilities- Plan and conduct supplier audits to assure supplier processes and Quality systems are appropriate for Komatsu product and capable of consistently achieving desired quality levels at optimum costs.
- Determine type and degree of control necessary to assure conformance of the manufactured and purchased product shipped. Take the lead with appropriate supplier, KAC engineering, purchasing and sourcing resources to ensure non-conforming product is not used and the supplier's quality processes are correct.
- Manage and administer the "Corrective Action System" to achieve the timely documented corrective action for product non-conformance. Report results and actions I.e. maintain meeting minutes, action plans, etcetera.
- Analysis data and prioritize action plans for supplier improvement.
- (Warranty Claims, Technical Service Information, Defect Notices, etcetera)
- Monitor, develop, chart, report and present specific Quality Indices (weekly, monthly, quarterly and year) for internal and external use.
- Monitor, develop, chart, report and present specific Supplier Quality improvement activities
- (QC Circle, 6-Sigma, Komatsu Way, and etcetera).
- Develop and issue detailed procedures to facilitate the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (to assure compliance and clear process understanding).
- Lead quality improvement effort (QC Circle) with a cross-functional team as required by individual research and prioritization of quality issues. Investigate and provide manufacturing, purchasing and sourcing with the disposition of nonconforming products.
- Participant in Safety effort (Safety Circle).
- Manage and administer Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for new supplier submissions, revised part, corrective action and etcetera.
- Additional duties as defined by management.
Qualifications/RequirementsEducation and Experience- Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Experience: 4 to 8 years of hand-on experience in a foundry environment (iron, steel or aluminum casting) and supplier quality engineering.
- Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Manager (CQM) from ASQ is preferred.
Technical Skills- Casting Processes: Deep knowledge of sand casting, investment casting, die casting, gating/riser design, and pattern making.
- Metallurgy: Understanding of metal solidification, heat treatment, microstructure, and material testing (e.g., tensile testing, hardness, spectroscopy).
- Quality Tools: Proficiency in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Gauge R&R.
- Strong sense of urgency with collaborative focus and team oriented.
- Preferred ISO internal auditor, with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
- Strong communication (oral and written), presentation and leadership skills.
- Perform work in all areas of supplier quality (castings, forgings, fabrications, machining, electrical, purchased parts components. heat treat, etcetera).
- Proficient quality and problem solving skills 8D, 5P, Control Plan, FMEA, APQP, etcetera with ability to teach basic problem solving techniques and facilitate problem solving team events.
- Travel is required (passport). National and International.
Additional InformationHiring Range At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $$76,100 - $95,100. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
Company Benefits Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
- 401k and/or employee savings programs
- Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Employee learning and development programs
