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Job Description
Role Summary
Title: Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Fayetteville, NC #LI-Onsite
Own supplier quality across the purchased-part lifecycle. You’ll be the day-to-day “window to the supplier” for APQP and serial quality topics, driving PPAP/ISIR approval, audits, run@rate, complaint resolution, and continuous improvement.
Main Tasks
Lead risk assessments for purchased parts and suppliers; launch APQP and maintain PRFPP.
Ensure timely supplier APQP progress; coordinate technical & quality requirements between internal teams and suppliers.
Verify ISIR/PPAP packages and parts, align on deviations with Engineering and stakeholders.
Perform production readiness checks (incl. Run@Rate) and process/product audits; manage requalification.
Plan/oversee Incoming Goods Inspection (IGI): control plans, quarantines, sorting, rework.
Own supplier complaints (8D/RPS), validate corrective actions, escalate where needed (CSL1/CSL2).
Track supplier performance (VRS), drive improvement programs and worst-supplier reviews.
Coordinate supplier-related deviations/changes via Technical Change Management (TCM).
Exercise stop-shipment authority for nonconforming/safety/environmental risks.
(If applicable) Lead IGI team staffing, development, and budgeting.
Your Profile
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent).
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or Production within automotive/manufacturing industry.
Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.
Skills
Expertise in APQP, PPAP, and ISIR processes.
Proficient in FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, initial sampling, Run@Rate, and inspection methods.
Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and requirements.
Skilled in product and process auditing, problem-solving, and capability analysis tools.
Proficient in MS Office and SAP-QM systems.
Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
Nice to Have
VDA 6.3 auditor certification (or equivalent).
Experience training suppliers in DOE, continuous improvement, or lean methodologies.
Familiarity with customer-specific requirements and component cleanliness standards.
We offer
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Annual performance-based bonus eligibility.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus company-paid life and disability coverage.
401(k) with company match to help you plan for your future.
Paid time off (PTO), company holidays, and additional personal leave.
Are you full of ideas? Are you keen to take on responsibility and really achieve something? Then our doors are open to you. This company lives out its values, gives people the freedom to use their own initiative, and offers many development exciting opportunities and many exciting projects – all of which awaits you here.