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Supplier Quality Engineer JN -042026-174347

Goodwin Recruiting
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
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A well-established manufacturing environment is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to take ownership of supplier performance, product quality, and continuous improvement across the supply base. This role plays a critical part in keeping production running by ensuring suppliers meet strict quality, cost, and delivery expectations.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll work directly with suppliers, lead corrective actions, and prevent issues before they impact the floor. If you prefer solving problems at the root instead of reacting to them, this is your lane. This position is on-site daily in Bluffton, IN.

Supplier Quality Engineer Benefits And Compensation

  • Competitive base salary based on experience
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short-term disability fully company-paid
  • Optional long-term disability coverage
  • Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
  • Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Family coverage options (spouse and dependents)
  • Additional benefits including travel assistance, identity protection, and financial planning tools

Supplier Quality Engineer Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
  • 3 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or supplier engineering
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
  • Experience leading root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why) and corrective actions
  • Ability to evaluate and qualify suppliers through audits and capability assessments
  • Experience managing supplier nonconformances from containment through closure
  • Comfortable working in both office and manufacturing environments

Must Haves

  • Own supplier quality from qualification through ongoing performance management
  • Lead supplier corrective actions and hold vendors accountable for resolution
  • Partner with engineering and operations on new product launches and supplier readiness
  • Analyze supplier metrics (PPM, OTIF) and drive measurable improvement
  • Reduce incoming inspection reliance by improving supplier capability
  • Work directly with suppliers to improve cost, quality, and lead time using Lean/Six Sigma tools

Supplier Quality Engineer Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience in metal manufacturing, stamping, or industrial environments
  • Familiarity with ERP/QMS systems and supplier documentation control
  • Strong understanding of inspection methods and measurement tools
  • Experience supporting warranty or field failure investigations
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training
  • Ability to influence suppliers and internal teams without direct authority

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