Joulé · 5 months ago
Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering - Extrusion
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expJoulé is seeking a hands-on Supplier Quality Engineering Manager with a strong background in extrusion and high-volume manufacturing. This role will lead supplier quality strategies, own supplier performance for assigned commodities, and support production by ensuring timely resolution of incoming part issues.
Responsibilities
Supplier Quality Management
Develop and execute supplier quality strategies for extrusion and related components
Lead quality oversight for assigned suppliers, including audits, assessments, and KPI tracking (PPM, OTD, CAPA)
Act as quality lead in supplier selection and onboarding
Drive issue resolution and long-term improvements using root cause and problem-solving methods (8D, A3, DMAIC)
Production Support & Escalation
Review incoming inspection results, address non-conformances, and lead corrective actions
Act as point of contact for supplier-related production issues
Supplier Relationships & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and contract manufacturers
Work closely with engineering, sourcing, and operations teams
Project & Capacity Support
Support new product introductions, capacity expansion, and supplier transitions
Guide team members on best practices and quality standards
Continuous Improvement
Lead initiatives that improve supplier quality, reduce risk, and enhance responsiveness
Contribute to internal process improvements and team development
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering (required)
10+ years in engineering or engineering leadership roles
2–3 years in extrusion molding or extrusion parts
Experience in high-volume environments (20–30M units/year)
Strong supplier-facing experience and problem-solving skills
Background in medical device, aerospace, defense, or automotive preferred
Self-starter with strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments
Leadership in supplier quality audits and compliance
Benefits
Relocation: Assistance available for out-of-state candidates
10% bonus
Company
Joulé
At Joulé, we believe our world is filled with possibilities – where character, integrity, and commitment drive our purpose.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase