Supplier Quality Engineer – Casting & Machining at Zodiac Solutions, Inc | Torre

Supplier Quality Engineer – Casting & Machining

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U.S. 41, Fond du Lac, WI, USA
Posted 4 months ago

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Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer – Casting & Machining. Location: Fond du Lac, WI. Education: - Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline (mandatory). Experience: - Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, supplier quality, operations, or quality engineering roles. Role Summary: - We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with strong expertise in casting and machining processes, particularly aluminum castings. - The role requires close collaboration with suppliers, frequent onsite visits, and active involvement in resolving quality issues related to both current production and new product development. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage supplier quality activities for casting and machined components. - Drive APQP, PPAP, and engineering change management processes at supplier locations. - Provide hands-on support to suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve process capability. - Support new product development (NPD) and address launch and ramp-up quality concerns. - Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure sustainable quality improvements. - Act as a technical interface between suppliers, manufacturing, and engineering teams. Technical Skills & Expertise: - Strong hands-on experience in casting processes, including: - Aluminum castings: HPDC, LPDC. - Knowledge of other casting processes such as sand casting and high-pressure casting. - Experience in machining of engineered components. - Good understanding of manufacturing processes and quality management systems. - Proven experience in supplier quality management and structured problem-solving methodologies. - Ability to provide practical, shop-floor-level solutions to suppliers. Behavioral & Other Requirements: - Highly energetic, proactive, and results-oriented mindset. - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. - Willingness and flexibility to undertake frequent travel to supplier locations. - Open to travel within and outside the USA.