Supplier Quality Engineer
Location: Zurich area, Switzerland
Remote Work: Up to 10%
Contract Type: Temporary assignment
Seniority Level: Professional (3-4 years of experience)
We are currently supporting a client in hiring an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join a dynamic team. This role focuses on preventive and reactive quality management across the supplier base, with involvement in APQP, PPAP, and supplier readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor and support supplier APQP processes for new product developments and engineering changes
* Document and follow up on D-FMEA and P-FMEA activities
* Evaluate and validate supplier testing equipment (e.g., MSA)
* Plan and execute supplier site process and production releases for components and sub-assemblies
* Perform PPAP submissions for zero-series and engineering changes
* Review Safe Launch Concepts and ensure suppliers meet serial production standards
* Guide suppliers in achieving and sustaining serial production readiness
Required Experience & Skills:
* 3-4 years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role
* In-depth knowledge of APQP and PPAP processes
o Control Plans
o Statistical Process Control (SPC)
o DFMEA / PFMEA
* Proficiency in quality tools such as 8D reports and 5-Why analysis
* Understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
* Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) is a strong asset
* Proactive, hands-on approach with a solution-oriented mindset
* Strong communication skills and the ability to drive results with suppliers
Education:
* Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Languages:
* English: Fluent / Business-level
* German: Conversational / Very good working proficiency