Supplier Excellence & Readiness Assessment Specialist, Quality Systems

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Perform on-site evaluations of supplier quality management systems and process controls.

• Analyze quality systems, procedures, controls, performance metrics, and record management practices.

• Review CAPA processes, root cause investigation techniques, and the effectiveness of corrective actions.

• Examine traceability systems, inspection methods, testing programs, calibration systems, and controls for nonconforming materials.

• Assess PFMEA processes, control plans, process flows, standard operating procedures, and change management practices.

• Validate the consistency between documented quality systems and their execution on the shop floor.

• Identify recurring defects, systemic quality risks, and weaknesses in controls.

• Evaluate audit programs, management review processes, and the deployment of quality objectives.

• Assist in supplier development initiatives and follow up on corrective actions.

• Offer evidence-based recommendations to enhance quality systems.

• Contribute quality insights to supplier readiness assessments and risk evaluations.

• Relay assessment findings to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Quality Systems, or Operational Excellence; 10+ years preferred.

• Profound knowledge of Quality Management Systems, CAPA, root cause analysis, containment, and traceability processes.

• Experience in evaluating supplier quality systems and conducting supplier assessments or audits.

• Extensive understanding of PFMEA, control plans, process controls, and preventive quality practices.

• Ability to differentiate between documented quality systems and actual operational performance.

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or similar quality standards.

• Background in complex manufacturing environments.

• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries along with a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility.

• Paid holidays and vacation time.

• 401K plan with a generous company matching contribution.

• An inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers all team members.

• On-the-job training within a continuous learning environment.

• Opportunities for advancement within our family of companies.