Supplier Quality Engineer

Schaeffler

Supplier Quality Engineer overseeing supplier quality activities and process changes for Schaeffler automotive products. Collaborating on quality planning and ensuring zero defects throughout production.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeJoplin • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Carry out supplier quality activities of supplied products and supplier quality issues within the order fulfillment process.
Manage advanced quality planning with suppliers during product development process, with specific consideration for cost efficiency and producibility.
In series production, manage supplier process changes and initiate and coordinate corrective actions, to sustainably ensure zero defects.
Drive the sampling inspection process, and decide acceptance or rejection of samples provided.
Coordinate series production claim management and act as escalation instance to agree on remedial action plans until successful completion.
Train suppliers to ensure adherence to APQP (advanced product quality planning) and PPAP (production part approval process) requirements as agreed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field; candidates with 10+ years of relevant industry experience may also be considered in lieu of degree
At least three years of professional experience in supplier management, quality assurance, or production
Strong proficiency in English
Open to traveling to supplier locations as required
Possesses a self-assured and persuasive demeanor, with assertiveness, analytical thinking, a systematic approach, adaptability, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team while acting responsibly
External candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for an employment visa or sponsorship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs.
Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

supplier quality activitiesadvanced quality planningcorrective actionssampling inspectionclaim managementAPQPPPAP

Soft Skills

analytical thinkingsystematic approachadaptabilitycommunication skillscollaborationpersuasivenessassertiveness