Senior Supplier Quality Engineer- (Off Highway)

Key Responsibilities: Manage supplier quality activities from new product development through production and SOP.Lead and review APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and Run-at-Rate activities. Conduct supplier process audits and evaluate manufacturing capability and capacity. Work directly with suppliers to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions. Lead 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, and structured root-cause analysis for supplier quality issues. Support emergency containment, production recovery, and resolution of critical supplier issues. Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes including machining, casting, stamping, welding, forming, injection molding, and automated assembly. Monitor supplier performance, quality metrics, corrective actions, and launch readiness. Review engineering drawings and specifications with strong understanding of GD&T / ASME Y14.5.Perform or support MSA, Gauge R&R, SPC, capability studies, and Cpk/Ppk analysis. Participate in supplier selection, technical sourcing, manufacturing feasibility reviews, and DFM activities. Support engineering changes, ECN/ECR implementation, and change-management activities. Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPA) and verify supplier process controls. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Program Management, and suppliers to prevent production disruptions. Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives across the supply base.