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KnowHireMatch · 2 months ago

Sr Supplier Quality Engineer (SSQE)

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

KnowHireMatch is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SSQE) to implement and manage their Supplier Quality Management System. The role focuses on ensuring that components and products from external suppliers meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, while driving process excellence and compliance.

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Responsibilities

Ensure the quality of received components by meticulously reviewing and validating supplier-provided Quality Data Packages (QDPs) and certifications against engineering drawings and established Acceptance Quality Limits (AQLs)

Develop and maintain comprehensive reports on supplier quality, actively monitoring Defective Parts Per Million (DPPM) rates and identifying systemic quality risks. Collaborate with suppliers to implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions to reduce defect rates

Conduct thorough assessments of potential vendors' Quality Management Systems, manufacturing processes, and control plans. Lead and execute supplier quality control audits (e.g., AS9100/ISO 9001 checks) to ensure full compliance with organizational policies and key industry quality certifications (ISO, NADCAP)

Drive substantial supplier performance improvements through the implementation of Statistical Process Control (SPC), process enhancements (e.g., FMEA, PPAP), and the development of robust quality assurance plans for new and existing components

Lead and manage the resolution of critical non-conformance issues using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D reports), ensuring timely disposition of material and effective closure of Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs)

Qualification

Supplier Quality Management SystemQuality Assurance ToolsProcess Improvement MethodologiesStatistical Process ControlRoot Cause AnalysisManufacturing Quality StandardsSupplier ManagementGeometric DimensioningTolerancingQuality Engineering CertificationProblem Solving

Required

Deep knowledge of quality assurance tools, techniques (e.g., geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)), and methodologies for ensuring product quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle

Proven ability to manage the quality aspects of business relationships with material or component suppliers, including monitoring performance against quality metrics and enforcing controls

Strong track record in applying continuous improvement methodologies to manufacturing processes to enhance quality, reduce variation, and limit performance

Demonstrated expertise in leading complex quality failure investigations and devising successful, data-driven resolution strategies

Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing quality standards, with the ability to ensure supply base adherence to organizational and regulatory quality requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree (Engineering or Supply Chain degree preferred)

Experience: 5+ years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer or related quality assurance role

Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites for audits and process reviews