Principal Supplier QA Engineer
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Fully Remote: work based in Southern CAFull-TimePrincipal
Salary125,000 - 162,500 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 8-10 years' experience
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeNegotiationPowerPoint
Requirements
- Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- In-depth knowledge of common casting methods (investment, sand, die, permanent mold, gravity, etc.)
- Understanding of mold design, gating/feeder systems, metallurgical testing (NDT), and dimensional control
- Experience conducting supplier audits and leading corrective action activities
- Familiarity with quality tools such as PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, GD&T
- Strong problem‑solving, communication, and negotiation skills
- Experience working directly with domestic foundries
- Knowledge of heat treatment specifications and alloy behavior (aluminum, steel, iron, specialty alloys)
- Proficiency with 3D CAD models and interpreting complex technical drawings
- Experience with ISO 9001, A9100, or other relevant quality system standards
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, direct, and report on supplier provided raw materials, designed/manufactured goods, and packaging materials.
- Verify and validate supplier/subcontractor understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements.
- Monitor quality control activities and systems at supplier and subcontractor facilities.
- Ensure programs improve supplier performance and productivity.
- Review and analyze corrective action reports.
- Perform root cause investigations into quality issues.
- Conduct audits and support testing of products, materials, and processes.
- Review and disposition supplier deliverables.
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