Supplier Quality Engineering

At Spectrum Plastics Group, we are driven by a mission to deliver innovative design solutions that enable life-saving procedures and meet unique performance needs. Through collaboration and cutting-edge expertise, we have become a leader in component and device development, creating transformative products for communities worldwide. As an employer of choice, we are committed to providing a safe, healthy workplace while prioritizing employee well-being and satisfaction.

Your Role with Us: 

Through embracing key departmental objectives focused on customer satisfaction by engaging with suppliers, analyzing data, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain, your collaboration with cross‑functional teams to uphold quality standards, lead supplier qualifications, and resolve non‑conformance issues will support business continuity and product excellence.

What We Offer:

Spectrum Plastics Group offers a competitive benefits package that prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

• Complete comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plans with employer contributions.
• Generous vacation and personal time off

 Core Functions: 

• Collaborate with site teams and suppliers to address quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive supplier quality improvements.
• Train suppliers on required quality system processes aligned with site expectations.
• Work in real time with internal and external partners to resolve supplier issues affecting production, inspection, and material flow.
• Manage SCARs, NCRs, and daily MRB activities, providing hands‑on support for disposition and containment.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement to ensure supplier compliance with contractual, technical, and quality requirements.
• Maintain ownership of material compliance status for existing and updated regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and oversee Incoming Inspection criteria and supplier‑related quality compliance.
• Review procedures, work instructions, and inspection plans for accuracy, robustness, and alignment with site practices.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on product quality, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct onsite and remote supplier audits to promote standardization, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Build and manage supplier quality evaluation and control systems.
• Track and improve supplier performance metrics, including certification programs.
• Monitor, report, and drive improvements in key supply chain KPIs such as OTD, DPMO, and COPQ.
• Perform additional duties supporting plant quality and manufacturing priorities.

Background/Expertise: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or a related field required
• Experience as an SQE or similar role in manufacturing quality control.
• Hands‑on experience with quality inspection, auditing, testing methods, and incoming material evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards, manufacturing processes, and shop‑floor quality support.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and FDA 21 CFR 820.
• Proficiency in MS Office, IQMS, and quality management systems.
• Understanding of material compliance requirements (REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, Conflict Minerals, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills in fast‑paced manufacturing environments.
• Ability to travel for supplier visits and audits.
• Proven capability to drive continuous improvement and reduce risk.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to varied audiences.
• Ability to travel for supplier visits and audits as required.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and drive continuous improvement efforts tied to site performance and risk reduction.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, tailored to audience (oral, written, and/or presentation), including listening.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
• Requires light physical activity 50% of workday on production floor

Spectrum Plastics Group is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law. 

We are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact sandyhr@spectrumplastics.com