Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering

We are partnering with an established manufacturer in the healthcare equipment industry to hire a Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering for its Newberg, Oregon operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supplier quality leader who enjoys developing high-performing teams, improving supplier relationships, and driving quality initiatives across a complex manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate brings proven experience managing Supplier Quality Engineers within an OEM organization and is comfortable leading an experienced, self-sufficient team.

Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering Benefits

• Competitive base salary of approximately $142,000-$160,000, depending on experience
• Established manufacturing organization with long-term career opportunities
• Comprehensive employee benefits and well-being programs
• Collaborative leadership environment
• Opportunity to influence supplier quality strategy and international manufacturing initiatives

Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Supplier Quality Engineers and incoming quality inspection professionals
• Oversee supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement programs
• Develop strategies to improve supplier quality, reliability, and cost efficiency
• Partner with Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing leadership
• Guide supplier corrective actions, quality processes, and risk mitigation efforts
• Support supplier quality requirements for new product introductions
• Develop team members, allocate resources, and drive operational improvements
• Support supplier relationships associated with domestic and international manufacturing operations

Manager, Supplier Quality Engineering Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience
• Previous experience directly managing Supplier Quality Engineers
• Strong supplier quality management experience within an OEM manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of supplier development, qualifications, audits, and corrective action processes
• Proven leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• ASQ, CQA, or CQE certification preferred
• International supplier experience preferred
• Ability to work onsite in Newberg, Oregon, four days per week and travel up to 15%

JOB ID: 183376

Brian Douglas