Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Busch•Virginia Beach, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling. We have an immediate direct-hire opportunity for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at our manufacturing plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia! The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer leads and ensures supplier quality performance for parts, components, and systems in compliance with Busch Global Standards and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. This role oversees critical supplier development projects, supplier audits, quality risk assessments, and supplier performance metrics. This position follows a Monday–Friday onsite schedule, with standard office hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m, with possible deviations based on business needs. If you are a skilled and motivated quality professional looking to make an impact in a global organization, apply today and discover why Busch Vacuum Solutions is an outstanding place to grow your career!

Requirements

3+ years of experience in manufacturing: Required
Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel- open/ create/ enter data/ manipulate spreadsheets): Required
Microsoft Outlook experience (open/create/send email): Required
ERP system software experience: Required
Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
Ability and willingness to travel (up to 20%) domestically and internationally to include overnights
Valid Drivers’ License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards
Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school): Preferred
3+ years of experience working with metal castings: Preferred
Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering in the Automotive Industry or equivalent: Preferred
Knowledge of various quality system methodologies (8D, Lean, 5 Why’s, DFMEA, PPAP, etc): Preferred
Deep experience with Audits and knowledge of ISO 9001: Preferred
Certified Quality Engineer: Preferred
ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 Internal Audit: Preferred

Responsibilities

Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes.
Audit supplier products, processes, and quality systems to assess capability and compliance.
Utilize risk-based methodologies (i.e. PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams) to evaluate supplier manufacturing processes.
Drive supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery and cost performance.
Approve supplier PPAPs and oversee production part validation.
Monitor and support supplier quality metrics (i.e. PPM, defect rates, corrective action effectiveness) to substantiate supplier evaluation scorecards and mitigate risks.
Ensure supplier compliance with applicable regulatory standards (i.e. ISO 9001 or other industry-specific standards).
Support incoming inspection and disposition of non-conforming materials.
Lead root cause investigations and CAPA activities using structured problem-solving tools (i.e. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams during design and development phases, risk assessments, and validation activities.
Review and approve first article inspections and qualification documentation.
Mentor and assist junior supplier quality engineer.