Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description

About the Team

The ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. team designs and manufactures hydraulic and electrohydraulic components, controls, and brake systems for off-highway machines. Our Supplier Quality team plays a critical role in ensuring that our suppliers deliver high-quality components that meet our stringent standards and customer specifications. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will work closely with suppliers, procurement, and internal stakeholders to drive quality improvements, conduct supplier audits, and resolve quality-related issues to maintain a robust and reliable supply chain.

The expected base compensation for this role is $57,200 - $71,580 annually.  Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. 

What you can look forward to as a Supplier Quality Engineer:

• Continuously work with suppliers to improve their performance and implement controls in processes and quality plans.
• Quality-related responsibility for supplier selection, such as carrying out technical feasibility studies as well as process approval for suppliers.
• Conducting and leading supplier development projects and audits.
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of the ZF Quality Management System (ZF QMS).
• ZF Internal cross-functional cooperation with purchasing, production and quality to assure production.

Your Profile as Supplier Quality Engineer: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• Experience in the environment of a manufacturing company in the position of a (supplier) quality engineer or similar.
• Quality-specific work base with rich experience in industrial parts or similar industries. Strong command of quality tools like SPC, MSA, FMEA, APQP, and PPAP. Six Sigma Greenbelt certification will be appreciated.
• Knowledge of problem-solving methods and organizational skills and can work under pressure.
• Experience in management or supporting cross-region/country projects. Good communication skills and teamwork spirit.

What We Offer:

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid time off 
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays 
• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
• A strong diverse culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

More about the North Mankato Area:

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is in North Mankato, nestled in south-central Minnesota.  This location offers access to “bigger city” services and amenities in the core cities of Mankato and North Mankato, surrounded by several smaller towns and rural areas, with Minneapolis/St. Paul just a short drive to the north.  There is a unique combination of economic vitality, talent, livability, and resources found only in Greater Mankato.  The region continues to receive national recognition in areas of livability, economy, and leisure.
   
Opportunities for a wide range of activities await outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and in all seasons.  Mankato is a thriving arts community with quality theater, music, dance, and visual arts programs.  This area offers a wide variety of sporting and recreational opportunities with multi-sport and easily accessible venues and facilities as well.