Supplier Quality Engineer - Onsite Ansonia, CT

Role Overview

Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that purchased materials, off-the-components, and outsourced services provided by external suppliers meet the company’s quality, technical, and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in preventing supplier-related defects, minimizing manufacturing disruptions, and supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain.

What You Will Do

Lead supplier qualification, approval, and requalification processes for new and existing suppliers. Conduct onsite and virtual supplier audits to assess compliance with quality management systems. Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes, controls, and risk levels.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires strong analytical skills, ability to interpret quality data, trends, and performance metrics. Experience working in a manufacturing environment, supplier audits, vendor management, and cross-functional manufacturing operations is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Quality, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or related field
• 3–5+ years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Quality
• Hands-on experience with supplier audits, defect resolution, and quality performance management
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is preferred
• Experience working with domestic and/or international suppliers is a plus

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• No relocation assistance offered