Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Supplier Quality Engineer position. If you are looking for an opportunity to provide quality assurance support and lead cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving in a world class manufacturing facility, then this position is for you!

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As an Associate Supplier Quality Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

• Leading supplier development and qualification processes.
• Identify and measure component failure trends and collaborate with our supplier partners to improve quality.
• Partner with suppliers to understand problems and investigate root cause.
• Evaluate supplier-provided failure analysis and initiate, monitor, and approve supplier corrective actions.
• Provide technical leadership for supplier process improvement.
• Perform supplier audits to determine process capability, compliance to SEL requirements, regulatory, ISO 9001, or other ISO standards.

This job might be for you if you have

• A B.S. in Engineering or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering or related field
• Demonstrated success in resolution of quality issues in electronic design and manufacturing organizations.
• Strong facilitation, organization, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance methods, including RCA, process capability, FMEA, SPC, etc.
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Effective project management and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in quality engineering, process improvement, or data analytics
• Background in Civil Engineering
• Experience using metrology and statistical methods
• Knowledge of probability/reliability concepts
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
• Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and service processes

Location Information

Lewiston, ID- This position is located in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

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Pay and benefits

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data: $89,400 - $134,100

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Supplier Quality Engineer level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.