Supplier Quality Engineer

About the role

Ichor is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to own supplier quality performance, part qualification and issue resolution across the supply chain. The role ensures suppliers consistently meet requirements through effective qualifications, performance management and corrective action execution in a production environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance (DPPM, NCRs, SCARs).
• Drive investigations, containment, root cause and corrective actions for supplier nonconformances, and verify their effectiveness to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance metrics internally.
• Support and take part in supplier audits.
• Work with SCM, Engineering and Operations to align quality during NPI and production.
• Maintain qualification trackers and supplier quality documentation.
• Support quality systems, process controls and CAPA processes, and collaborate with suppliers on process improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to suppliers on quality requirements, and escalate supplier risks appropriately.

Required profile

• BSc in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 to 8+ years in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing Quality.
• Experience in machining, fabrication or electro-mechanical manufacturing preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.

Required skills

• QMS audit assessments or qualified lead auditor certification.
• Quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or equivalent.
• PPAP / FMEA.
• Root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Supplier audits and performance management.
• Strong communication, cross-functional coordination, problem-solving and analytical skills.

What we offer

• Awards and benefits including AWS, quarterly variable bonus, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental and optical benefits, and shift allowance where applicable.
• Learning and development with on-the-job training and support for further education and professional certification.
• Career opportunities within a global semiconductor organisation.