Supplier Quality Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring supplier quality compliance for mechanical components, focusing on Die Casting, Injection Moulding, and Plating parts.
• Conduct supplier process audits, product inspections, and quality system evaluations.
• Evaluate new suppliers and support supplier development activities to meet organizational standards.
• Review and approve PPAP / APQP documentation and ensure adherence to quality requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective & preventive actions (CAPA) for supplier non-conformities.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper usage and interpretation of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) in part drawings and inspection processes.
• Utilize CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) for inspection and dimensional validation of critical components, ensuring accuracy and compliance with specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, sourcing, and production to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain documentation in line with ISO/IATF standards.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations for audits, inspections, and follow-ups as required.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes (die casting, injection moulding, plating, machining, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with measuring instruments, CMM programming and understanding of CMM reports, and quality tools (FMEA, MSA, SPC, 8D).
• Good understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Effective communication and supplier negotiation skills.
• Proactive approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently for supplier visits.
• Experience: 3–5 Years
• Qualification: B.E / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Department: Quality Assurance