Supplier Quality Engineer

LOCATION: Piqua, Ohio

BUSINESS UNIT : Crane Pumps & Systems

DEPARTMENT : Quality

SEGMENT : Process Flow Technologies

REPORTS TO: Director of Quality

BASIC FUNCTION:

Supports internal and external customers through the development and facilitation of the CP&S Quality Management System. The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for ensuring that all purchased components and materials meet Crane Pumps & Systems' quality standards. This role focuses on supplier audits, assessments, quality control, inspection, issue resolution, and driving continuous improvement through collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers. The SQE will monitor supplier performance using key quality metrics and lead initiatives to enhance supplier capability and compliance. The role also includes problems solving throughout company processes with the emphasis on documenting and following up on root cause analysis and associated actions.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develop, maintain, and audit the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
• Lead efforts in System Controls, including Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, Control Plans, Operator Job Instructions, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Participate in ISO certification processes and other third-party compliance objectives for Crane Pumps & Systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and maintain the QMS, including supplier quality integration.
• Design and implement procedures, forms, and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Develop and maintain third-party certifications, PPAP documentation, and First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Establish standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of materials and components.
• Investigate quality issues using Crane Business Systems Problem-Solving Methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented and validated.
• Support the CAPA process and drive corrective and preventive actions with suppliers and internal teams.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with Crane standards and regulatory requirements.
• Define and implement incoming inspection criteria for purchased components.
• Review and approve supplier-provided quality documentation, including PPAP, FAIs, and certifications.
• Track and report supplier performance metrics, such as PPM, On-Time Delivery, Audit Scores, and Corrective Action Closure Rate.
• Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to align supplier quality objectives with business goals.
• Provide technical support during new product development and supplier onboarding.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support quality and business objectives.
• Provide on‑site support through national and international travel as required by project and organizational priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field is required.
• Three years manufacturing/quality engineering experience required. Experience with assembly and machining preferred.
• ISO/AS/TS experience in leading an organization to certification preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving experience using appropriate metrics to monitor processes and make appropriate recommendations for problem resolution.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ASQ standards, and quality tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA).
• Requires a high degree of oral and written communication skills for interaction with engineering, manufacturing and other production support personnel.
• Ability to work steadily at routine tasks until completion; does not give up, tries alternative approaches when confronted with obstacles; works diligently to achieve objectives.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.