Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality EngineerLocation: El Paso, TXJob Type: ContractWork Model: OnsitePosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to support supplier quality and manufacturing quality initiatives in a regulated production environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for supplier quality management, supplier audits, SCAR administration, nonconformance investigations, CAPA activities, and continuous improvement programs to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and company quality requirements.This role will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality teams to drive supplier performance, reduce quality issues, and maintain high standards of product quality and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead supplier quality activities, including supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and supplier development initiatives.Drive Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and ensure timely closure through effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.Conduct supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with quality system requirements and industry standards.Investigate supplier-related nonconformances, deviations, complaints, and quality issues.Utilize root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA to resolve quality challenges.Support CAPA activities and verify implementation effectiveness.Collaborate with suppliers to improve manufacturing processes, quality systems, and product performance.Analyze supplier performance metrics, defect trends, and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.Participate in change control activities and evaluate quality impacts of material, process, or supplier changes.Support validation, inspection, and testing activities as required.Review and maintain quality documentation, procedures, audit reports, risk assessments, and investigation records.Ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, ISO, and company quality system requirements.Support internal audits, supplier audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Provide technical guidance and quality training related to supplier quality requirements and best practices.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or a related quality function.Strong experience with:Supplier AuditsSCAR ManagementCAPANonconformance InvestigationsRoot Cause AnalysisSupplier Quality SystemsRisk AssessmentsWorking knowledge of:FDA RegulationsGMP RequirementsISO Quality StandardsChange Control ProcessesQuality Management SystemsExperience using quality tools such as FMEA, Statistical Analysis, Process Capability Studies, and Risk Management methodologies.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Preferred QualificationsAuditor Certification (ASQ CQA, ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent) is highly preferred.Experience supporting medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments.Experience with supplier development programs and supplier performance improvement initiatives.Knowledge of validation and quality system processes.