Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

How will you make an impact? As a Senior Supply Quality Engineer with Jabil, you will determine appropriate inspection processes and direct IQC personnel, where applicable, in executing day-to‑day activities. You will also lead containment and resolution of supplier quality issues with the manufacturers and communicate status on non‑conforming parts/suppliers across all programs.

What will you do? Define, develop and implement supply base strategies that drive improvements in supplier selection, development, and leverage across customer programs for quality improvements and cost savings. Provide regular updates to the Quality Engineering Manager on the execution of the strategy.

Provide support for NPI activities by participation in the AQP process as required. Ensure that all production‑critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner and corrective actions are implemented. Define and develop the appropriate inspection plans and methods, directing receiving inspection auditors.

Define and develop the inspection processes via inspection aids and instruction guidelines. Ensure ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed using site information collected from receiving inspection, MRB, customer returns, SCAR database, and liaison efforts with customer work cells. Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable.

Monitor and drive PPM issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve "Dock to Stock" certification with Jabil (in accordance with the vendor performance system). Review all supplier discrepancies and coordinate the corrective/preventive action effort. Proactively communicate information or issues that may impact product costs or manufacturability to all affected departments.

Provide insight and assistance for implementing and maintaining process improvement and optimization, concentrating on proactive methodologies with the supply base. Lead the SCAR – Supplier Corrective/Preventive Action process for problem resolution and continuous improvement, including critical analysis of supplier DOE, CPK, gauge R&R studies. Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by the supervisor.

Comply with all procedures within the company security policy. Serve as Site RoHS subject matter expert. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here? Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree required; a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred. At least 5 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong electro/mechanical background desired; knowledge of plastic injection molding & tooling, metal stampings & tooling, metal fabrication, machining, and various electrical components, connectors, PCB & PCBA, cable assembly, full assembly integration, etc. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings (Six Sigma training desired). Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Microsoft Project.

Understanding of the quality system and commercial regulatory requirements and how they relate to the business (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS 9100 are strongly preferred). Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally. Benefits you will receive while working with Jabil Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision insurance with HRA and HSA options 401(k) match Employee stock purchase plan Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Life, AD&D, and disability insurance Commuter benefits Employee assistance program Pet insurance Adoption assistance Annual merit increases Community volunteer opportunities Equal Employment Opportunity Jabil is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr