Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Supplier Quality Engineer will identify, analyze, and resolve quality issues using statistical methods and root cause problem-solving techniques. The role involves implementing and maintaining process improvement initiatives and establishing targets to achieve quality objectives. Additionally, the engineer will lead the resolution of customer complaints or field failures by obtaining warranty data and developing solutions to prevent recurrence.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and resolve quality issues using statistical methods and root cause problem-solving.
• Implement and maintain process improvement processes to achieve quality objectives.
• Lead the resolution of customer complaints or field failures by developing solutions.
• Drive quality-related policy deployment objectives.
• Provide input and recommendations for improvement project selection.
• Determine the disposition of nonconforming material and collaborate with suppliers on reworking material.
• Work with suppliers on corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to resolve process-related quality issues.
• Support special projects with quality engineering expertise.
• Communicate and promote Best Practices across the business.

Essential Skills

• Experience in statistical engineering, lean manufacturing, quality control, and assurance.
• 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing/quality environment leading cross-functional teams.
• Formal training in quality planning, tools, and analysis.
• Proficiency in computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and statistical tools.
• Ability to set and attain goals and initiate action for product and process improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing).
• High analytical ability for solving unusual and difficult problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of quality and reliability standards, policies, and procedures.
• Technical and professional skills in job-related areas.
• Effective interpersonal styles and communication methods for collaboration with business partners.
• Knowledge of product engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Aggressive self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced and hands-on, typical of the manufacturing and automotive sectors. The role may be stressful at times, requiring a high sense of urgency. The team consists of 10-15 Engineers, divided into Customer Quality Engineers and Supplier Quality Engineers. The dress code is business casual, including slacks and good shoes, but steel toes are not required. The position operates primarily during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, but may require availability on nights or weekends as issues arise.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $50