Latitude Inc

Supplier Development Engineer

Latitude Inc  •  Fairborn, OH (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

A growing engineering and manufacturing services organization supporting clients in the advanced manufacturing industries is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on strengthening supplier performance, supporting manufacturing quality initiatives, and assisting in supply chain optimization. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams while developing expertise in supplier development, quality systems, and advanced manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met
  • Work with suppliers to resolve technical issues related to product quality and manufacturing processes
  • Support suppliers in meeting customer specifications and industry standards through training, audits, and improvement initiatives
  • Identify and help qualify new manufacturing sources for components that are difficult to procure
  • Act as a technical liaison between design engineering teams and suppliers to communicate manufacturing requirements and support vendor quoting processes
  • Participate in reviewing supplier production processes, schedules, and manufacturing methods to identify improvement opportunities
  • Assist with process optimization efforts by gathering and analyzing data related to supplier performance
  • Support Process Flow Development and PFMEA activities by helping identify risks and process inefficiencies
  • Participate in supplier audits and assist in evaluating compliance with quality and regulatory standards
  • Review incoming materials and products to confirm alignment with technical specifications
  • Prepare and maintain documentation related to supplier quality, including audit reports, corrective actions, and process updates
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve supplier challenges and maintain product quality standards

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
  • At least 1 year of experience in supplier development, quality engineering, or a related role
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to support process improvement initiatives
  • Familiarity with quality and risk management methodologies such as DFMEA or PFMEA
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control systems
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
Latitude Inc

About Latitude Inc

Company Summary

Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.

Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.

With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.

Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.

• Individualized recruiting and reference checking

• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee

• In person screening prior to client interview

• Background checks and drug tests at client request

• Software and technical testing

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Hanover, MD
Year Founded
Unknown
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