the LEGO Group · 1 day ago
Supplier Quality Engineer
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$82K/yr - $123K/yrThe LEGO Group is dedicated to ensuring premium quality LEGO products through strict compliance with quality assurance processes. The Supplier Quality Engineer will oversee supplier performance and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers.
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Responsibilities
Proactively manage supplier claims, conducting root cause analysis, implementing actions to ensure and prevent issues, and resolving FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) discrepancies
Plan, lead, and document supplier audits; identify non-conformities, risks, and opportunities for improvement in supplier processes and quality systems
Verify the efficiency of measures implemented to accurately handle and avert issues uncovered through claims and audit findings
Support and develop suppliers in establishing and executing quality improvement programs
Implement and maintain incoming inspection procedures and internal processes for handling non-conforming (NC) materials
Gather, monitor, and analyze supplier performance metrics (e.g., PPM, OTD, NCRs); generate regular reports and dashboards
Collaborate closely with Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, R&D, and other departments to align quality expectations and resolve issues
Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation relevant to supplier quality operations
Participate in and contribute to the Global SQM Team’s standardization and continuous improvement initiatives
Promptly escalate critical supplier issues, risks, or non-compliances to leadership and stakeholders as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer or Quality Assurance role within a manufacturing or production environment
Experience as an ISO 9001 2015 Auditor
Direct experience in managing suppliers within the Printing, Packaging, or Resin and Plastics categories is highly desirable
Proficient in conducting supplier audits, handling non-conformances, and managing the CAPA process
Familiarity with ISO 9001, FSC certification processes, and sustainable sourcing standards
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline is required
English fluent level
Preferred
Industry certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP), or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) are preferred
Benefits
Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellness – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programmes run by local teams where you are based.
Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached, you’ll be rewarded through our global bonus scheme.
Your workplace – Our offices will be your primary workplace with flexibility to work from home during your working week.
Company
the LEGO Group
The LEGO Group is a family-owned company that specializes in the development of children's creativity through playing and learning.
Founded in 1932
10001+ employees
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CEO
Jesper Andersen
Chief Financial Officer
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