Supplier Development Engineer 3

• Location: Chillicothe, Illinois
• Type: Contract
• Job #107461

Supplier Development Engineer III

Mossville, IL (On-Site)

12-Month Contract

First Shift | Flexible Hours (Typically 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Pay: $55-$59/hr

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Development Engineer III to support supplier quality, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives within a global supply network. This role is ideal for a quality-focused engineering professional with strong supplier management experience, expertise in APQP and PPAP processes, and a passion for driving operational excellence across manufacturing organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical advisor for assigned suppliers, ensuring quality, cost, delivery, and manufacturing performance objectives are achieved.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments, including Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) evaluations.
• Lead supplier development efforts through implementation of APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process control methodologies.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation including Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Gage R&R studies, and corrective action plans.
• Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, production readiness, capacity planning, and process effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier adherence to process change controls and quality standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.
• Support new supplier qualification, supplier certification programs, and supplier performance management activities.
• Drive root cause investigations and validation of permanent corrective actions through structured problem-solving methods.
• Participate in concurrent product and process development activities, new product introductions, and process improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline and 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Associate degree with 10+ years of experience will also be considered.
• Master's degree with 3+ years of experience will also be considered.
• Strong experience working directly with suppliers in manufacturing, quality, supplier quality, supplier development, or related engineering functions.
• Experience with:
• APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
• PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
• Root Cause Analysis
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Print Reading and Manufacturing Drawings
• Supplier Auditing and Quality Systems
• Excel-based Data Analysis
• ETQ systems (PPAP, NCM, PCM, Deviations)

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• Procurement or Supply Chain knowledge
• Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) experience
• Experience supporting supplier certification and quality management systems

Top Skills

• Supplier Management
• Problem Solving
• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills in both individual and group settings
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams

Work Environment

• On-site position located in Mossville, IL
• Combination of office and manufacturing/factory environments
• High level of interaction with cross-functional teams and suppliers
• Global team environment with opportunities to influence supplier performance across a broad network

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a globally recognized manufacturing organization known for engineering excellence and operational innovation.
• Work alongside highly talented engineering, quality, and supply chain professionals.
• Gain exposure to supplier development strategies, advanced manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Play a critical role in improving supplier performance, product quality, and manufacturing outcomes across a global supply base.

If you have a strong background in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or supplier development and are looking for an opportunity to make a measurable impact, we'd love to connect with you.

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