Supplier Quality Engineer (A Group FATP_QA_SQE)-Houston,TX

Purpose of the position  
Supplier quality management & issue handling & customer service

 
Duties and Responsibilities     

1. Supplier Development & Qualification

- Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards
- Develop and maintain supplier quality agreements to align with regulatory and corporate requirements
 

2. Quality Issue Resolution & Corrective Actions

- Investigate supplier-related defects using structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5Why, CAPA)
- Drive root cause analysis and verify corrective/preventive actions to prevent recurrence
- Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure timely supplier responses

3. Supplier Quality Performance Monitoring & Improvement

- Define and track supplier Key Quality Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as PPM (Parts Per Million), defect rates
- Conduct periodic supplier scorecard reviews and implement improvement plans
- Facilitate supplier training on quality standards, statistical process control (SPC) and CAR or 8D
 - Validate supplier manufacturing processes (e.g., GR&R, DOE, process capability studies)
- Support internal and external audits (e.g., ISO, customer-specific requirements)

5. Cross-functional Collaboration & Customer Support

- Work with internal teams to align supplier quality with product design (DFM/DFQ) . 
- Address customer complaints related to supplier quality and ensure resolution promptly. 
- Participate in New Product Development phases to mitigate quality risks early

Education and work experience  

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Material, or related field).
2. 2+ years of supplier quality experience in consumer electronics manufacturing and product analysis.
3. Proficiency in quality tools (SPC, FMEA, MSA, Six Sigma, 8D)
4. Strong communication skills for global supplier interactions
     Working conditions
5. Office-based role, fast-paced work environment

Skills:

1. SQE working experience in SMT/Test/Assembly factory required.
2. Strong ability for continuous learning.
3. Proactive in work and strong resilience.
4. Capability to manage a team and planning.
5. Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively.