Supplier Quality Engineer

Sterling Engineering · Muncie, Indiana

FULL TIME$70,000 – $70,000 / yr

Job Description

Hire Type:

Direct Hire

Benefits:

Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacations, 401K, etc.

Target Salary:

$70,000-95,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:

up to 15% annual bonus

Job Summary:

Responsible for ensuring supplier-provided materials meet quality standards and engineering requirements. This role focuses on resolving supplier issues, improving overall performance, and partnering with internal teams to strengthen supplier processes and capabilities.

Job Duties:

Review and approve PPAP submissions and define requirements as needed

Investigate supplier quality issues and lead root cause analysis using tools like 8D and 5-Why

Partner with engineering, sourcing, and operations to improve supplier performance

Conduct supplier audits and support corrective action implementation

Track and report supplier quality metrics

Support supplier development and cost recovery efforts

Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AAR)

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

3–6 years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering

Strong understanding of production processes and quality systems

Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams

Solid communication and problem-solving skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems

Ability to travel up to 50%

Company	Sterling Engineering
Location	Muncie, Indiana
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time
Salary	$70,000 – $70,000 / yr

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

3–6 years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering

Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams

Solid communication and problem-solving skills