Supplier Quality Engineer

 Conduct supplier audits and assessments to evaluate their quality systems and processes.  Analyze supplier performance data and identify areas for improvement.  Develop and maintain a supplier scorecard to track quality metrics and performance trends.  Review and approve supplier quality plans, processes, and documentation.  Ensure incoming materials and components meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.  Develop and enforce quality inspection protocols and criteria for suppliers.  Issue Resolution & Corrective Actions  Investigate supplier quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.  Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues and prevent recurrence.  Document quality issues, track corrective actions, and report on improvement initiatives.  Work closely with procurement, production, and engineering teams to resolve quality-related concerns.  Provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams regarding quality standards and specifications.  Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss quality improvement initiatives and supplier performance.  Identify opportunities to improve supplier quality processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.  Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies to enhance quality performance.  Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure suppliers remain competitive and compliant.