Supplier Development Engineer III
Mossville, IL (On-Site)
12-Month Contract
First Shift | Flexible Hours (Typically 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Pay: $55-$59/hr
We are seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer III to support supplier quality, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives within a global supply network. This role is ideal for a quality-focused engineering professional with strong supplier management experience, expertise in APQP and PPAP processes, and a passion for driving operational excellence across manufacturing organizations.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical advisor for assigned suppliers, ensuring quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturing performance objectives are achieved.
- Conduct supplier audits and assessments, including Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) evaluations.
- Lead supplier development efforts through implementation of APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process control methodologies.
- Review and approve supplier quality documentation including Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Gage R&R studies, and corrective action plans.
- Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, production readiness, capacity planning, and process effectiveness.
- Monitor supplier adherence to process change controls and quality standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.
- Support new supplier qualification, supplier certification programs, and supplier performance management activities.
- Drive root cause investigations and validation of permanent corrective actions through structured problem-solving methods.
- Participate in concurrent product and process development activities, new product introductions, and process improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline and 5-7 years of relevant experience.
- Associate degree with 10+ years of experience will also be considered.
- Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience will also be considered.
- Strong experience working directly with suppliers in manufacturing, quality, supplier quality, supplier development, or related engineering functions.
- Experience with:
- APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
- PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
- Root Cause Analysis
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Print Reading and Manufacturing Drawings
- Supplier Auditing and Quality Systems
- Excel-based Data Analysis
- ETQ systems (PPAP, NCM, PCM, Deviations)
Preferred Qualifications
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
- Procurement or Supply Chain knowledge
- Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) experience
- Experience supporting supplier certification and quality management systems
Top Skills
- Supplier Management
- Problem Solving
- Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills in both individual and group settings
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams
Work Environment
- On-site position located in Mossville, IL
- Combination of office and manufacturing/factory environments
- High level of interaction with cross-functional teams and suppliers
- Global team environment with opportunities to influence supplier performance across a broad network
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a globally recognized manufacturing organization known for engineering excellence and operational innovation.
- Work alongside highly talented engineering, quality, and supply chain professionals.
- Gain exposure to supplier development strategies, advanced manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Play a critical role in improving supplier performance, product quality, and manufacturing outcomes across a global supply base.
If you have a strong background in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or supplier development and are looking for an opportunity to make a measurable impact, we’d love to connect with you.
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