Supplier Quality Engineer

We Participate in E-verify Formel D is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. For questions, Please email recruiting-usa@formeld.com Location: York, PA Reports to: Supplier Quality Engineer Role Summary: The SQE plays a foundational role in supporting the end-to-end supplier quality process for motorcycle components—from new product introduction (NPI) to sustaining production and warranty follow-through. This role provides hands-on support in implementing supplier quality systems, assisting with PPAP validation, and addressing early quality issues during the launch and production phases. The SQE I work closely with senior engineers, plant teams, and supplier contacts to ensure that incoming parts meet our client's quality and safety standards throughout the lifecycle of the motorcycle. Key Responsibilities: NPI / Launch Phase: • Assist in supplier PPAP preparation and submission tracking. • Support initial capability studies and dimensional validations. • Participate in design and feasibility reviews by gathering supplier feedback. • Help develop inspection standards and quality checks based on critical-to-quality (CTQ) characteristics. Production / Sustaining: • Perform daily incoming inspection support and track first-pass yield. • Investigate non-conformances and issue preliminary supplier notifications. • Coordinate short-term containment activities for quality spills. • Maintain accurate records of supplier scorecards and audit checklists. Warranty / Field Feedback: • Coordinate basic part returns for supplier analysis and early warranty claims. • Log field quality issues and help track supplier responsiveness. • Assist in preparing data summaries from warranty reports for team reviews. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical experience. • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or quality • Basic knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and GD&T. • Comfortable working on the plant floor and with supplier contacts. • Willing to travel up to 50%, including supplier visits • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.