What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Quality Engineer - Mason Area position at The Pivot Group?
Supplier Quality Engineer | Mason, MI
Salary Range: $80,000 - $113,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mason seeking experienced Supplier Quality Engineers.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across Mason seeking Supplier Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Quality Engineer, SQE, Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Specialist, Quality Engineer - Supplier, Incoming Quality Engineer, Incoming Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Performance Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Supplier, Product Quality Engineer - Supplier, Component Quality Engineer, New Product Introduction Quality Engineer - Supplier, Supplier Audit Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $113,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mason seeking experienced Supplier Quality Engineers.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across Mason seeking Supplier Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supplier quality assurance programs and procedures.
- Conduct supplier audits (on-site and remote) to assess their quality systems and compliance.
- Review and approve supplier process documentation, including PFMEAs and control plans.
- Manage supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and regular reviews.
- Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including non-conformances and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with internal engineering and purchasing teams to select and qualify new suppliers.
- Ensure incoming materials and components from suppliers meet established specifications and quality standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reduce defects.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, etc.) or a related technical field.
- Proven experience in supplier quality management, auditing, and corrective action implementation within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and relevant quality tools (e.g., APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience using statistical software or tools.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.
- - Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
- - Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) software.
- - Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt).
- - Knowledge of advanced product quality planning (APQP) methodologies.
- - Experience in the automotive or aerospace manufacturing sectors.
Supplier Quality Engineer, SQE, Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Specialist, Quality Engineer - Supplier, Incoming Quality Engineer, Incoming Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Performance Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Supplier, Product Quality Engineer - Supplier, Component Quality Engineer, New Product Introduction Quality Engineer - Supplier, Supplier Audit Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Salary : $80,000 - $113,000