Komatsu ยท 1 day ago
Supplier Quality Manager
Peoria, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$103K/yr - $129K/yr
5+ years expKomatsu is a global leader in developing and supplying technologies, equipment, and services for various markets including construction and mining. The Supplier Quality Manager is responsible for ensuring that sourced materials and components meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, while managing supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Implement and maintain supplier quality processes aligned with QMS (ISO 9001, customer-specific standards)
Support selection, qualification, and onboarding; maintain approval status and lead audits
Define inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and optimize dock-to-stock strategies
Track KPIs, maintain scorecards, lead reviews, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement
Manage issues, lead root cause analysis, and verify CAPA effectiveness
Oversee supplier submissions, approve samples, and ensure clear communication of requirements
Partner with purchasing, engineering, and operations to mitigate risks and ensure quality in design and supply
Conduct risk assessments and ensure regulatory and customer compliance
Educate internal teams and suppliers on standards and expectations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Quality Management with 5 to 7 years of experience in manufacturing, supplier development and quality control
Knowledge of heavy industry manufacturing is required
Working knowledge of Quality Control and Quality Assurance practices and procedures and industry standards is required
Persuasive communication skills, as well as ability to interface with all levels of people
Excellent presentation and writing skills
Strong working skills with computers (spreadsheets, databases, etc.)
Strong analytical skills (economic and analysis)
Strong organizational skills
Preferred
Knowledge of construction and mining equipment
Working knowledge of Supplier development practice would be a bonus
Benefits
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
Company
Komatsu
Komatsu is a manufacturing company that specializes in the development of equipment for the construction industry.
10001+ employees
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