PLP · 2 hours ago
Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer
Mayfield, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPLP is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer who will support the Supplier Approval Program and ensure quality compliance with existing suppliers. The role involves collaborating with various teams to align supplier quality objectives, conducting audits, and leading corrective actions to improve supplier performance.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Ensure supplier adherence to the Supplier Guidelines, Purchase Order requirements, and contractual specifications
Support suppliers in developing and submitting quality documentation, including First Article Inspection (FAI) packages and full traceability requirements
Assist in defining and standardizing measurement methods across plants and suppliers
Collaborate with Purchasing and Engineering teams to help align supplier quality objectives with business and customer requirements
Represent the Quality department in new projects, as it relates to supplier requirements. Assist the team in specification reviews and supplier coordination
Support resolution of customer feedback by coordinating with Engineering, Marketing, plants, and suppliers
Ensure that all drop shipments conform to quality standards without physical receipt at company facilities
Conduct supplier quality system audits, process audits, and source inspections during production orders
Work with Purchasing to maintain Supplier Risk Assessment and Inspection Level programs
Use digital tools to track audit findings and supplier performance metrics
Lead supplier-related corrective actions, including containment, RCCA, and verification
Apply Lean techniques to drive measurable supplier improvements
Track and report KPIs such as defect rates, audit scores, and CAPA closure times
Train supplier personnel on inspection, testing, documentation, and quality requirements
Ensure understanding and implementation of applicable quality policies, codes, and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in technical curriculum required with an Industrial / Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred
3-5 years in quality assurance and/or manufacturing engineering. Focusing on project management, measurement, testing, documentation, specification review, and ISO 9001 standards
Metrology: Proficient in operating general inspection and test equipment. Keyence knowledge a plus
GD&T proficiency: Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings
Ability to use a computer and applications such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Excel
Good verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Experience with FMEA, Control plans, 8D, and Quality Core Tools desired
ASQ Quality Engineering or Auditor Certification is desired, but not required
Experience with MiniTab or other statistical analysis software packages preferred
Benefits
401(k) with a company match equal to 25% of the first 8% of pre-tax dollars contributed by the employee for the first two years
Enrollment in company profit sharing after two years
Medical, dental & vision insurance, including free preventative care
Wellness & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
Paid time off, paid company holidays, and vacation purchase program
Short & long-term disability
Parental & family leave; military leave
Inclusive & welcoming company culture
Career development & tuition assistance
Student loan debt repayment program
Company
PLP
PLP protects the world’s most critical connections by creating stronger and more reliable networks.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase