Supplier Quality Engineer

Department: Quality

Reports to: Director of Quality

About Beretta 

Beretta is the world’s oldest continuously operating industrial dynasty, with documented origins dating back to 1526, when Mastro Bartolomeo Beretta sold 185 harquebus barrels to the Venice Arsenal. 16 Generations of the Beretta family have carried the brand forward, evolving it from artisanal barrel‑making into a globally recognized firearms manufacturer known for precision, craftsmanship, and technological advancement. Through centuries of growth, modernization, and strategic expansion, Beretta has become a leader in both the global sporting and defense markets.

Joining Beretta means becoming part of a company with centuries of stability and craftsmanship, backed by a reputation for quality and innovation. Beretta USA offers a wide range of roles from manufacturing to engineering to corporate positions, and provides competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, a 401(k) plan, Beretta product discounts and so much more.

About the role

The Supplier Quality Engineer manages supplier quality to continuously improve company performance goals, implement process controls, and develop quality assurance plans within the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) logic. The SQE utilizes manufacturing process knowledge to actively work with suppliers, internal and external customers to improve quality of components and services by using appropriate tools and project leadership. 

Success in this role requires strong regulatory expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple licenses, shipments, audits, and deadlines simultaneously. 

Key Responsibilities

• Partners with suppliers and project management teams to define and manage component process development and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing process to constructively critique supplier processes and development opportunities.
• Performs quality audits on suppliers to assure the vendor is capable to produce products and services that meet company requirements.
• Interprets technical drawings, including geometric & dimensional tolerance.
• Applies measurement system analysis tools and utilizes outcome for process development and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of the vendor audit process and ability to apply knowledge in a preventative role on new product development.
• Utilizes the capacity planning/verification process as an operational tool requiring minimal clarification of application/interpretation of results.
• Demonstrates real examples of application of supplier resourcing process.
• Analyzes and resolves problems through coaching, mentoring, teaching, and assisting other employees in solving work problems.
• Demonstrates the personal application of prevention action concepts and techniques (error proofing, poka yoke, robust design, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T, Lean principles, ISO-9001, auditing, problem solving, leadership, QMS, 5S, core tools and statistical software such as Minitab. 
• Leads problem solving teams and serves as a consultant.
• Develops and provides support to the Quality and Purchasing departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies & Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge/successful application of problem solving / six sigma tools (i.e. DoE, Control Charts, 8d).
• Has followed a Six Sigma Green Belt training program, completed with successful project delivery.
• Report writing skills.
• Time management skills to effectively manage time and time of others to enable several tasks achieved simultaneously.
• Effective listening, coaching and presentation skills.
• Meeting and presentation skills to set up, participate and control meetings with an agenda and ensure group participation.
• Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Display a clear and definitive approach to a wide range of complex issues.
• Set and achieve personal objectives for specific task.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Experience & Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing) or related field required.
• 5 years Supplier Quality Engineer experience required.
• Experience with development of vendors production process startup through PPAP system on new components or technologies 
• Experience with metal machining, stamping, and casting processes.
• 5-10 years of experience in automotive field is preferred.
• Certified Supplier Quality Engineer Auditor is preferred

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods to analyze data, review documentation, and communicate with internal teams and suppliers. The role also requires frequent walking through manufacturing and supplier production areas; standing for extended periods during audits, inspections, and root‑cause investigations; bending, reaching, and handling production parts, quality tools, and documentation; and lifting, carrying, or maneuvering components, samples, or inspection equipment up to 40 pounds.

The position requires the use of hands and fingers to operate measurement instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges), typing, and handling technical documents. Clear verbal communication is required in environments with varying noise levels. The ability to hear alarms, machine signals, and spoken instructions is necessary.

Work Environment Physical Requirements

Within the facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. Employees may be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, humidity, odors, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required when on the manufacturing floor: Safety glasses with side shields.