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Crane Pumps & Systems · 23 hours ago

Supplier Quality Engineer

Piqua, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Crane Pumps & Systems is focused on providing quality management solutions, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure all purchased components and materials meet their quality standards. The role involves supplier audits, quality control, and driving continuous improvement through collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.

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Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and audit the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with internal and external standards

Lead efforts in System Controls, including Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, Control Plans, Operator Job Instructions, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA)

Participate in ISO certification processes and other third-party compliance objectives for Crane Pumps & Systems

Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and maintain the QMS, including supplier quality integration

Design and implement procedures, forms, and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data

Develop and maintain third-party certifications, PPAP documentation, and First Article Inspections (FAIs)

Establish standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of materials and components

Investigate quality issues using Crane Business Systems Problem-Solving Methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, FMEA) and ensure corrective actions are implemented and validated

Support the CAPA process and drive corrective and preventive actions with suppliers and internal teams

Plan, schedule, and conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with Crane standards and regulatory requirements

Define and implement incoming inspection criteria for purchased components

Review and approve supplier-provided quality documentation, including PPAP, FAIs, and certifications

Track and report supplier performance metrics, such as PPM, On-Time Delivery, Audit Scores, and Corrective Action Closure Rate

Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to align supplier quality objectives with business goals

Provide technical support during new product development and supplier onboarding

Perform additional tasks as assigned to support quality and business objectives

Provide on‑site support through national and international travel as required by project and organizational priorities

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Quality Management SystemISO/AS/TS certificationProblem solving methodologiesManufacturing/quality engineeringQuality tools knowledgeInterpret engineering specificationsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field is required

Three years manufacturing/quality engineering experience required

Demonstrated problem solving experience using appropriate metrics to monitor processes and make appropriate recommendations for problem resolution

Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ASQ standards, and quality tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA)

Requires a high degree of oral and written communication skills for interaction with engineering, manufacturing and other production support personnel

Ability to work steadily at routine tasks until completion; does not give up, tries alternative approaches when confronted with obstacles; works diligently to achieve objectives

Ability to interpret engineering specifications and drawings

Proficient in Microsoft Office software