Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

We have an immediate direct-hire opportunity for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at our manufacturing plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia!

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer leads and ensures supplier quality performance for parts, components, and systems in compliance with Busch Global Standards and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. This role oversees critical supplier development projects, supplier audits, quality risk assessments, and supplier performance metrics.

This position follows a Monday–Friday onsite schedule, with standard office hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m, with possible deviations based on business needs.

If you are a skilled and motivated quality professional looking to make an impact in a global organization, apply today and discover why Busch Vacuum Solutions is an outstanding place to grow your career!

Job Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes.
• Audit supplier products, processes, and quality systems to assess capability and compliance.
• Utilize risk-based methodologies (i.e. PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams) to evaluate supplier manufacturing processes.
• Drive supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Approve supplier PPAPs and oversee production part validation.
• Monitor and support supplier quality metrics (i.e. PPM, defect rates, corrective action effectiveness) to substantiate supplier evaluation scorecards and mitigate risks.
• Ensure supplier compliance with applicable regulatory standards (i.e. ISO 9001 or other industry-specific standards).
• Support incoming inspection and disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Lead root cause investigations and CAPA activities using structured problem-solving tools (i.e. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
• Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams during design and development phases, risk assessments, and validation activities.
• Review and approve first article inspections and qualification documentation.
• Mentor and assist junior supplier quality engineer.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school): Preferred
  • (Field: Business or Technical)

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing: Required
• 3+ years of experience working with metal castings: Preferred
• Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering in the Automotive Industry or equivalent: Preferred
• Knowledge of various quality system methodologies (8D, Lean, 5 Why’s, DFMEA, PPAP, etc): Preferred
• Deep experience with Audits and knowledge of ISO 9001: Preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel- open/ create/ enter data/ manipulate spreadsheets): Required
• Microsoft Outlook experience (open/create/send email): Required
• ERP system software experience: Required
• Certified Quality Engineer: Preferred
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 Internal Audit: Preferred

Personal Qualifications

• Demonstrates initiative, self-motivation, and professional maturity.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and cultures.
• Works independently or as part of a team to achieve department and company goals.
• Committed to Busch’s values of quality, safety, and excellence.

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
  • Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 20%) domestically and internationally to include overnights
• Valid Drivers’ License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above shoulder height, and lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to hear and see alarms and wear all required PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, electrical hazard protection, and hearing protection.

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  Busch values promoting from within!

Work Environment

Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for Busch Vacuum Solutions?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.

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