Supplier Quality Engineer
American Contract Group
Jackson, MN
Location: Jackson, MN
Duration: 9 months+ contract
Responsibilities:
- Support production through data-driven problem solving, defect reduction, and process capability analysis to ensure consistent product quality.
- Lead quality efforts during new product introductions, including planning, risk assessment, and validation to ensure smooth transitions to manufacturing.
- Manage supplier quality by conducting audits, evaluating incoming materials, and driving corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Improve field quality by analyzing warranty and service data, identifying systemic issues, and implementing long-term corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
- Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal standards through documentation, audits, and use of quality tools like FMEA, SPC, and 8D.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field
- Over 2 years of experience in a quality role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems like ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
- Skilled in quality tools, statistical analysis, ERP, and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; certifications like CQE, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing are a plus
About the Company
American Contract Group
American Contract Group is a staffing firm that specializes in offering contract, and contract-to-hire, and full-time staffing solutions for various companies throughout the United States of America.
Our executive management team has over 35 years of industry experience, which provides the expertise to compete in today's business environment. We have incorporated our philosophy of high standards and ethics, excellent industry credentials, and a strong work ethic to create specialized business solutions for all our clients and job seekers alike.
Our primary focus at American Contract Group is to provide staffing services within the engineering or technical fields. If you are a client with a staffing need or a job seeker in need of employment, American Contract Group would like to be your primary staffing source.