Supplier Quality Engineer

100% Remote - Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: East Coast based

W2 only

*Medical Device Supplier Quality

*4 years experiennce required

*Experience working with Distribution centers and 3PL's suppliers a plus

*ASQ CQE Siz Sigma a plus, not required

Job Title: Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

This Supplier Quality Engineer role focuses on ensuring that external suppliers, distributors, and third-party logistics providers consistently deliver high-quality parts, materials, and services. You will establish and maintain the Approved Supplier List, negotiate and manage quality agreements, and drive a robust audit and monitoring program. The position plays a key role in both pre-market and post-market supplier quality, partnering closely with distribution, component engineering, and other cross-functional teams to prevent defects and support the delivery of reliable, compliant products to customers.

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Identify, establish, and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) for distributors and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
• Negotiate, implement, and maintain quality agreements with suppliers, distributors, and 3PLs to clearly define quality expectations and responsibilities.
• Ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services that meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Qualify new and existing suppliers according to company procedures and standards, including participation in or administration of a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier-provided parts and materials from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle to ensure ongoing compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve supplier-related issues as they arise through the Supplier Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) process.
• Develop, prioritize, and maintain an audit schedule to ensure designated suppliers are audited regularly for compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in supplier quality engineering, with a focus on managing and qualifying suppliers, distributors, and third-party logistics providers.
• Hands-on experience establishing and maintaining an Approved Supplier List (ASL).
• Experience working with suppliers in the EMEA region and understanding of regional considerations for supplier and distribution quality.
• Strong knowledge of supplier quality processes, including supplier qualification, receiving inspection, and Certified Supplier Programs.
• Experience supporting validation and qualification activities with suppliers and distribution partners.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or similar medical device quality management system standards.
• ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification or membership, or equivalent professional quality credential.
• Training or certification in Six Sigma or similar structured problem-solving and process improvement methodologies.

This is a Contract position based out of Northridge, CA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $40 - $55