Katalyst CRO
Supplier Quality Engineer
Company:
Katalyst CRO
Location:
Latham, NY
Salary:
$55,500 - $99,500
Responsibilities
Lead part qualification activities by driving the APQP/PPAP process, evaluating and validating supplier manufacturing processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable parts that meet design and regulatory requirements. This includes reviewing process flows, control plans, and risk assessments to ensure robust and repeatable manufacturing.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, procurement, and production teams to qualify new parts, assemblies, and raw materials used in electromechanical devices—such as quality system requirements prior to production release. Provide clear feedback and guidance to suppliers to close gaps efficiently.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using defined KPIs, delivery performance metrics, PPM (parts per million defect rates), and quality scorecards. Facilitate business reviews with suppliers, driving accountability and structured corrective/preventive actions to achieve sustainable performance improvements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) from an accredited university.
4-8 years of experience in Supplier quality or manufacturing quality engineering in medical/aerospace/Automotive industry.
Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D, Six Sigma, MSA).
Experience with manufacturing and production processes and engineering principles.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, ERP and quality management systems (QMS).
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Quality Assurance
Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Katalyst CRO
Location:
Latham, NY
Salary:
$55,500 - $99,500
Responsibilities
Lead part qualification activities by driving the APQP/PPAP process, evaluating and validating supplier manufacturing processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable parts that meet design and regulatory requirements. This includes reviewing process flows, control plans, and risk assessments to ensure robust and repeatable manufacturing.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, procurement, and production teams to qualify new parts, assemblies, and raw materials used in electromechanical devices—such as quality system requirements prior to production release. Provide clear feedback and guidance to suppliers to close gaps efficiently.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using defined KPIs, delivery performance metrics, PPM (parts per million defect rates), and quality scorecards. Facilitate business reviews with suppliers, driving accountability and structured corrective/preventive actions to achieve sustainable performance improvements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) from an accredited university.
4-8 years of experience in Supplier quality or manufacturing quality engineering in medical/aerospace/Automotive industry.
Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D, Six Sigma, MSA).
Experience with manufacturing and production processes and engineering principles.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, ERP and quality management systems (QMS).
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Quality Assurance
Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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