Engineer, Supplier Quality

Packsize is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to drive continuous improvement and aligning supplier quality with business strategy. This role ensures that materials supplied to Packsize meet defined quality expectations while fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and mutually beneficial supply chain. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in supplier quality engineering, inspection sampling methodologies, and structured problem-solving, along with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset. This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to hold suppliers accountable in a professional and constructive manner.

Responsibilities

Ensure a high-quality, compliant supply base for corrugated packaging, consumables, and spare parts supporting the European Business Unit; Lead supplier quality activities for advanced product development, including APQP and PPAP support; Develop and implement effective inspection sampling plans; manage deviations, nonconformance reports (NCRs), and supplier corrective actions (SCARs); Monitor and improve supplier performance through audits, scorecards, questionnaires, and inspection data, enforcing accountability for quality issues; Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives in quality systems and process control; Support material certifications (e.g., FSC, SFI) and assist in customer audits and compliance activities related to the consumables supply chain; Issue and manage NCRs and SCARs, ensuring timely and effective root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Requirements

4+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a closely related quality-focused engineering role; Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field; Strong knowledge of supplier quality principles and Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949; Proficiency with inspection sampling plans (e.g., AQL) and statistical quality tools such as SPC and MSA; Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone); Fluency in English, both written and verbal; Proven experience managing supplier relationships, including conducting audits, driving corrective actions, and delivering constructive feedback; Customer-facing experience investigating quality issues, facilitating resolution, and communicating outcomes to internal and external stakeholders; Ability to evaluate, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, including capability assessments, quality inspections, and compliance verification; Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across supply chain, engineering, and operations teams; Solid understanding and practical experience with APQP and PPAP processes; Travel will be required when necessary

Nice to have

Experience in the paper or natural materials industry; Familiarity with corrugated packaging and consumables manufacturing processes; Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); Life and disability insurance; Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection; Employee Assistance Program (EAP)