Supplier Quality Engineer

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Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Richmond, Virginia

The Supplier Quality Engineer has direct responsibility for the assigned supplier's quality performance and supporting the complete value chain. Responsibilities include inspecting products, analyzing nonconformances, issuing corrective action requests, and qualifying new products and suppliers.

Requirements for the Supplier Quality Engineer position include:

• General knowledge of mechanical and electrical product designs and concepts
• Data analysis experience
• Must be able to conduct root cause analysis and implement correction actions
• Must be able to use measurement tools to verify specifications
• Must be able to make effective risk assessments
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Must be able to willing to travel at least 50% to various jobsites within North America, as needed
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
• Requires ability to move between projects as priorities change
• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Seeking Candidates with:

• Previous experience in quality engineering
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, preferred
• Certification in quality methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ), a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Required to stand; walk and talk or hear
• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You'll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that's reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law - are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.