Supplier Quality Engineer | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in supplier quality engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Charlotte seeking Supplier Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Charlotte seeking Supplier Quality Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality assurance programs and procedures.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation, including PPAPs, FMEAs, and control plans.
• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including non-conforming materials and product defects.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., engineering, purchasing) to define supplier quality requirements.
• Manage supplier corrective action requests (SCARs) and verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) processes to ensure supplier readiness and component quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in supplier quality management, auditing, and development within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies such as PPAP, FMEA, SPC, Root Cause Analysis, and CAPA.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Experience with supplier selection, qualification, and performance monitoring processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with statistical process control (SPC) software and analysis tools.
• - Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• - Knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
• - Proficiency in CAD software for reviewing component drawings and designs.
• - Understanding of international quality standards such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supplier Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Specialist, Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Process Engineer, Incoming Quality Engineer, Incoming Quality Assurance Engineer, Quality Control Engineer (Supplier), Manufacturing Quality Engineer (Supplier Focus), Product Quality Engineer (Supplier Focus), APQP Engineer, PPAP Engineer, Supplier Audit Engineer, Technical Supplier Quality Engineer, Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.