Supplier Quality Engineer

Summary

Modine Manufacturing Company has been addressing thermal management challenges for over a century. They are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of components for their data center chiller manufacturing operations, focusing on supplier relationships and compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier quality standards, ensuring compliance with company and industry requirements
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and process reviews to verify adherence to specifications and quality expectations
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using key quality metrics (PPM, on-time delivery, corrective actions, etc.)
• Investigate non-conforming materials, coordinate root cause analysis (RCA), and drive corrective/preventative actions (CAPA) with suppliers
• Collaborate with suppliers to implement process improvements that enhance quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• 8D, Six Simga, DMAIC, etc. to drive sustainable improvements
• Work with engineering and procurement teams to qualify new suppliers and validate new components through PPAP, APQP, or FAI processes
• Review supplier manufacturing processes, quality controls, end testing protocols to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Support design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives by engaging suppliers early in the development process
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to ensure smooth integration of supplier components into production
• Work closely with internal quality teams to resolve supplier-related issues and maintain high product quality
• Support supplier business reviews, providing data-driven insights and recommendations

Skills

• 2+ years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related role
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, experience with quality tools, and knowledge of ISO 9001
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using 8D, RCA, CAPA, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies
• Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve issues and drive improvements
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations as needed (domestic and international)
• Experience in industrial HVAC, refrigeration, or data center cooling

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 2+ years in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related role
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, experience with quality tools, and knowledge of ISO 9001
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using 8D, RCA, CAPA, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies
• Ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve issues and drive improvements
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations as needed (domestic and international)

Nice to Haves

• Experience in industrial HVAC, refrigeration, or data center cooling

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
• 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
• Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)
• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability
• Competitive time-off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement