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Supplier Quality Engineer III

Chamberlain Systems · Germantown, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a SCAR response you rejected. What was wrong with it?

What they are checking: Whether they can tell a real root cause and corrective action from a weak one that blames the operator.

How do you work with a cross-functional team to run a supplier quality assessment program?

What they are checking: Collaboration with purchasing, engineering and operations to align supplier choices with business needs.

Tell me about a time you helped a supplier improve rather than just penalizing them.

What they are checking: Whether they see supplier development as part of the job, which leads to lasting quality gains.

What would you do

A key supplier keeps having problems, but purchasing says there is no other option. What do you do?

What they are checking: Ability to drive improvement with a supplier you cannot easily replace.

How do you prioritize when several suppliers have open issues at once?

What they are checking: Triage based on customer impact, safety and production risk.

About the work

Walk me through how you decide what PPAP level a new part needs and what dimensional requirements go on the quality plan.

What they are checking: Real PPAP experience, including matching the level of proof to the risk of the part.

A supplier ships nonconforming parts. How do you handle the MRB disposition?

What they are checking: Judgment about use-as-is, rework or reject decisions, balancing production needs with quality.

How do you audit a supplier's process, and what are you really looking for on the floor?

What they are checking: Whether their audits check how the process actually runs rather than just reviewing paperwork.

Which supplier quality metrics do you track, and how do you use them to focus your time?

What they are checking: Data-driven management of a supplier base so effort goes to the biggest risks.

What do you look for in a supplier's welding, coating or fabrication processes for steel parts?

What they are checking: Commodity knowledge relevant to loading dock equipment suppliers.

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The full job description

As published by Chamberlain Systems.

Systems, LLC, an affiliate of Chamberlain Group, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of loading dock equipment—marketed under the Poweramp, DLM, and McGuire brands. With manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin and Malvern, Arkansas, all products are designed and produced in the USA using lean manufacturing techniques. We strive to recruit the best talent in the industry and give employees opportunities for continuing education and training to help them advance in their careers. 
 • Analyze supplier capabilities; develop and maintain supplier quality metrics; conduct studies and audits of supplier processes and products • Lead the Supplier Quality Assessment program for the assigned category; involving a cross-functional team to ensure proper alignment to the Chamberlain Group strategy, business and product needs • Identify PPAP Level and dimensional requirements on the component quality plan when a new PPAP is required • Recommend disposition of non-conforming product from suppliers through the MRB meetings • Review, approve and follow-up on SCAR responses related to audit findings, nonconforming product, or overall supplier performance to ensure effective resolution • Oversee and manage the PPAP protocol process • Analyze metric tools to identify opportunities and drive continuous quality improvement in their respective commodities • Identify opportunities for component inspection reduction while participating in cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality from suppliers • Provide technical support to IQC in defining inspection protocols when required • Conduct monthly performance reviews with supply base • Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies • Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed • Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams. Minimum Qualifications Education/Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical related field, Business or Supply Chain Experience: • 4+ years of experience in Quality Engineering Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Working knowledge of APQP • Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Suppler Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance • Ability to work in an environment that embraces cross-functional collaborative team driven results • Working knowledge of LSS; belt preferred • Strong analytical skills and technical market analysis experience • Strong communication skills Other: • Able to travel up to 25% - domestically and internationally • Advanced English proficiency Preferred Qualifications Education/Certifications: • Quality certifications Experience: • Global sourcing experience • Experience in an Engineering role Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Understanding of technically related subjects (motors, electronics, plastics, metals, etc.) 
$76,600.00 - $144,700.00

 Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence Recruiting@Chamberlain.com . NOTE: Staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers directly.

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