Supplier Quality Engineer

Overview

ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS®, a wholly owned subsidiary of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, Inc., is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of electrical power connectors. Anderson Power Products partners with leading edge companies to create innovative connector designs that leverage contact technology and high power expertise to provide superior value to the power electronics industry. Applications include leading edge technology and next generation power requirements in industries such as alternate energy (wind, solar, fuel cell), datacenter and server power supply design and electrical distribution, electric vehicles, LED lighting, and battery charging.

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for monitoring, auditing, and improving the quality performance of Anderson Power’s global supply base. This role leads the execution of supplier audits, manages supplier nonconformances, drives corrective actions, and supports New Product Development (NPD) by ensuring suppliers meet required standards from day one. The SQE works cross-functionally with sourcing, operations, and quality teams to ensure materials and components consistently meet specifications and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the global supplier quality program, including SCARs, supplier scorecards, and risk evaluations
• Track and report key supplier metrics (PPM, NCRs, OTD) to sourcing and operations leadership
• Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations for supplier-caused defects
• Plan, schedule, and conduct supplier audits globally (initial qualification, ongoing performance, and re-audits)
• Evaluate supplier processes, quality systems (ISO9001), and manufacturing capabilities
• Issue formal audit reports and follow through on corrective action plans to closure
• Support supplier readiness for CBAM, ISO, and customer-specific regulatory requirements
• Participate in supplier selection and qualification during product launches
• Review and approve PPAP submissions, control plans, and process validation documents
• Collaborate with sourcing engineers to assess readiness and technical capabilities of new suppliers
• Proactively assess quality risk within the supply base and escalate as needed
• Facilitate supplier improvement initiatives (SPC, lean tools, error-proofing)
• Contribute to make/buy decisions and strategic sourcing plans from a quality standpoint

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, or related technical field
• 3–7 years of supplier quality or manufacturing quality experience, preferably in a multi-site or global environment
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and supplier audit processes (ISO 19011 knowledge a plus)
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, control plans, MSA, and 8D methodology
• Ability to work independently, manage cross-functional projects, and communicate effectively across cultures

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Experienced in plastic molding, stamping, forging, and machining processes. 
• Proven Project Management experience.
• Six Sigma certification or Lean manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as CBAM, RoHS, or REACH
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Proficiency with ERP systems and quality software tools
• Must be willing to travel both domestic and International up to 25% of the time.

The expected annual salary for this position is between $75,504.00 and $101,553.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for the position and actual compensation will be based on numerous factors including knowledge, location, skills, training and experience.

Anderson/IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401k with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan

Anderson/IDEAL values rest, personal time and community involvement facilitating these through several paid time off programs including:

• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Volunteer Time
• Holidays
• Parental Leave

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be one of Newsweek’s Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces and an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow.  To learn more about us, visit www.andersonpower.com and www.idealindustries.com

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