Supplier Quality Engineer
Recruiting Partner: Jamie Klüg
Lake Forest, Illinois | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $95,000 to $110,000 | Job ID: 164827
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Primary Responsibilities
· Serve as the primary quality liaison for both external suppliers and internal manufacturing operations.
· Implement and maintain QMS systems for both launcher and projectile product lines.
· Lead supplier qualification audits and internal readiness for new product launches.
· Provide hands-on quality support and drive continuous improvement at the Fort Wayne manufacturing site.
· Travel to Taiwan-based suppliers to assess capabilities, perform audits, and manage issue resolution.
· Develop and manage supplier and internal KPIs to track quality performance.
· Lead CAPA reviews, QMS audits, and systemic quality improvement projects.
· Train internal teams and suppliers on quality tools: 8D, SCAR, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, Control Plans, etc.
· Partner with cross-functional teams to launch and sustain QMS processes for long-term reliability.
Position Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline.
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality engineering, including both supplier and in-plant environments.
· Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001 or equivalent QMS standards.
· Willingness to relocate or travel to Fort Wayne full-time for 3 months, then travel 50% (domestic + international).
· Familiarity with defense or aerospace products is a plus.
· ASQ certification (CQE, CMQ/OE, or CSQP) is preferred.
· Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with the ability to influence across function
Travel Requirements:
· First 3 Months: Full-time, on-site in Fort Wayne, Indiana
· After 3 Months: Approximately 50% travel required, including recurring visits to Fort Wayne and international travel to Taiwan suppliers
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid travel expenses for initial 90-day training period.
401k w/match
3 weeks of PTO
Strong potential for advancement as Lake Forest operations expand.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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