{"id":3322894,"url":"https://alion.io/job/jabil-supplier-quality-engineer-metal-fabrication","title":"Supplier Quality Engineer (Metal Fabrication)","company":{"id":87,"name":"Jabil","domain":"jabil.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/jabil","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":78,"open_postings":486,"ghost_share":0.004,"stale_share":0.877,"repost_share":0.014,"time_to_fill_p50_days":31,"computed_at":"2026-11-02T06:13:15Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Guadalajara, Mexico","Monterrey, Mexico"],"countries":["MX"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":35000,"max_usd":79000,"period":"year","method":"global_role_cell_scaled_by_country","sample_n":8444},"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"GD&T","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Excel","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Statistical Process Control","optional":false},{"name":"AWS","optional":true},{"name":"Llama","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-26T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-26","last_verified_at":"2026-11-03T00:29:11Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":8,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":8},"description":"At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.JOB SUMMARY\nDetermines appropriate inspection processes and directs IQC/SQE personnel, where applicable, in operating within area of assigned responsibility with a high level of efficiency, integrity and enthusiasm, while striving to achieve excellence in all endeavors. Represents the Supplier Quality Management function of technical support, leads containment and resolution of supplier quality issues with the manufacturers and communicate status on non-conforming parts/suppliers across all programs. Evaluates supplier performance, drives supplier improvements and corrective actions through the SCAR process.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nHigh level to define the technical support on develops and implements Supply base strategies that drive improvements is supplier selection, development, and leverage across customer programs for quality improvements and cost savings.\nEnsuring the technical support on respective area of Supplier Quality Management is fulfill and complied with internal and external customer.\nProvides regular updates to Quality Manager on the execution of the strategy.\nProvides support for NPI activities by participation in the AQP (Advanced Qualification Program) process as required.\nEnsures that all production critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner, and corrective actions are implemented.\nDefines and develops the appropriate Inspection Plans and Inspection Methods, directs Receiving Inspection Auditors.\nDefines and develops the inspection processes via inspection aids and instruction guidelines.\nEnsuring ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed. This would be achieved by using site information collected from Receiving.\nInspection, MRB (Material Review Board), Customer Returns, SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Report) database and by liaison efforts with customer work cells. Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable.\nMonitors and drives PPM (Parts Per Million) issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve “Dock to Stock” certified with Jabil (in accordance to the vendor performance system).\nReviews all supplier discrepancies. Coordinates and tracks the corrective/preventative action effort.\nProactively communicate information or issues that may impact the product costs or manufacturability to all affected departments.\nProvides insight and assistance of implementing and maintaining Process Improvement and Optimization concentrating on proactive methodologies with the supply base.\nLeads SCAR - Supplier Corrective/Preventive Action process for problem resolution and continuous improvement, including critical analysis of supplier DOE (Design of Experiment), CPK (Process Capability Index), Gauge R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) studies.\nAdhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.\nComply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.\nMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned\nMANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES\nTypically reports to Management. Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include: Quality Manager\nJob is NOT directly responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management).\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS\nKNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS\nStrong electro / mechanical background desired; knowledge of plastic injection molding & tooling, metal stampings & tooling, metal fabrication, machining and various electrical components, connectors, PCB & PCBA, cable assembly, full assembly integration etc.\nAble to read and interpret mechanical drawings (6 sigma training desired).\nGood skills in MS excel, word, power point, visio, and project.\nUnderstanding of the quality system, medical and commercial regulatory requirements and how they relate to the business.\nProficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.\nEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS\nBachelor’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred\nMinimum 8 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering\nOr an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a quality or industrial engineering professional with hands-on experience in metal fabrication, welding inspection, metal stamping, and laser cutting. This role will evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, establish quality requirements, and drive process improvements to ensure fabricated metal parts and assemblies meet engineering specifications and customer expectations.\nKey Responsibilities\nAssess and qualify suppliers for metal fabrication processes, including welding, stamping, laser cutting, forming, and assembly.\nConduct supplier process audits to evaluate manufacturing controls, equipment capabilities, inspection methods, and quality systems.\nReview engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), material specifications, and customer requirements to identify critical dimensions, features, and functions.\nInspect welded assemblies for dimensional accuracy, workmanship, weld discontinuities, and conformance to applicable drawings and acceptance criteria.\nEvaluate stamping processes for dimensional consistency, tooling condition, burr control, cracking, springback, and surface defects.\nAssess laser cutting processes for cut accuracy, edge quality, dross, distortion, and repeatability.\nDevelop and review inspection plans, control plans, process flow diagrams, and process failure mode and effects analyses (PFMEAs).\nSupport new product introduction, first article inspections, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.\nVerify material composition, mechanical properties, traceability, and supporting material certifications.\nEvaluate paint, coating, plating, and surface finish requirements, including appearance and thickness criteria.\nLead root cause investigations and corrective actions using methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, and fishbone analysis.\nPartner with sourcing, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to improve quality, process capability, yield, and delivery performance.\nTrack supplier performance and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions and development plans.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.\nAt least three years of relevant quality, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or supplier quality experience in metal fabrication.\nPractical experience with welding inspection, metal stamping, and laser cutting.\nAbility to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, weld symbols, and technical specifications.\nExperience using dimensional inspection equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).\nWorking knowledge of quality management systems, statistical process control (SPC), measurement system analysis (MSA), and process capability analysis.\nStrong problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.\nAbility to work across functions and directly with suppliers to resolve manufacturing and quality issues.\nPreferred Qualifications\nCertified Welding Inspector (CWI), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma certification, or equivalent credentials.\nExperience with MIG, TIG, resistance, or robotic welding processes.\nFamiliarity with applicable AWS welding codes and nondestructive testing methods.\nExperience with large metal enclosures, cabinets, racks, chassis, or other complex fabricated assemblies.\nExperience leading supplier qualification, supplier development, and manufacturing readiness reviews.\nFamiliarity with Lean manufacturing, tooling and fixture validation, and design for manufacturability.\nTravel Requirements\nAbility to travel to supplier and manufacturing locations as business needs require.\nTEN CUIDADO CON LOS FRAUDES: Las oportunidades laborales legítimas en Jabil se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web oficial Jabil.com. Ningun solicitante debe pagar para acceder a estas oportunidades de empleo. Al postularte para un empleo en Jabil, serás contactado a través del portal oficial de jabil por un correo electrónico con teminacion @jabil.com; llamada telefónica directa de un integrante del equipo de Jabil; o correo electrónico directo con una dirección de correo electrónico @jabil.com. Jabil no solicita pagos para realizar entrevistas ni en ningún otro momento durante el proceso de contratación. Jabil tampoco pedirá información personal de identificación como número de seguro social, acta de nacimiento, información de institución financiera, número de licencia de conducir o información de pasaporte por teléfono o correo electrónico. Si crees que estás siendo víctima de robo de identidad o fraude, repórtalo a la policía en los siguientes números y repórtala en el sitio web donde la encontraste. Llama a: 911 o 089.Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nAccessibility Accommodation\nIf you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to  with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. 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