Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Muscle Shoals, Alabama, United States; Workplace: On-site. Travel to suppliers may be required, estimated at 30%.

Company

hirify.global operates an electronics production supply chain requiring structured supplier quality assurance and continuous improvement.

What you will do

• Develop supplier quality assurance processes and procedures in line with business needs and applicable standards.
• Establish and maintain an approved supply chain with engineering and supply chain teams, including supplier identification and capability assessments.
• Provide quality input to supplier negotiations, contract reviews, design reviews, and supplier documentation approval.
• Manage non-conforming material and supplier root-cause investigation processes, including data analysis and reporting.
• Define and monitor incoming inspection requirements, traceability, process adherence, and supplier performance.
• Lead supplier improvement initiatives such as process mapping, value-stream mapping, and kaizen events.

Requirements

• Experience in a complex electronics quality role, including supplier evaluation, auditing, development, and performance management.
• Lead auditor or auditing qualification for ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FAI, PFMEA, and problem-solving methods such as 5 Why, 8D, and Ishikawa.
• Experience with electronic assemblies, preferably with IPC A-610 qualification, and high-frequency or telecommunications products.
• Knowledge of RoHS and REACH, advanced statistical techniques, Six Sigma or Total Quality Management tools, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Degree or equivalent professional training in quality management or an engineering discipline; strong communication, facilitation, data analysis, and multitasking skills.

Culture & Benefits

• On-site work in the Muscle Shoals office with collaboration across internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Competitive compensation package with 401(k), healthcare, and 25 days of holiday in addition to US bank holidays.
• Bonus package and employee referral scheme.
• Career development training through in-house and external opportunities.