Supplier Manufacturing Engineer

OVERVIEW Cadrex is seeking a Supplier Manufacturing Engineer who is responsible for ensuring suppliers meet our company’s quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role focuses on process capability, lean manufacturing implementation, continuous improvement, and on time delivery at the supplier level, with an emphasis on new product introduction (NPI) and supplier onboarding. KEY

Responsibilities

Collaborate with suppliers to develop and optimize manufacturing processes that meet company

Requirements

for quality, efficiency, and cost Provide technical guidance during new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up at supplier sites Conduct process capability studies, PFMEAs, and control plan reviews to ensure robust manufacturing processes Partner with Quality and Supply Chain teams to address supplier quality issues, implement corrective actions, and verify effectiveness Lead supplier process audits and capability assessments to ensure compliance with specifications, industry standards, and contractual

Requirements

Support sourcing decisions by evaluating supplier technical capabilities and capacity Monitor supplier performance metrics and implement improvement plans where necessary Drive cost reduction initiatives through process improvement, yield enhancement, and scrap reduction Support supplier tooling, fixture design, and equipment

Requirements

as needed Facilitate training and knowledge sharing with suppliers on company standards, best practices, and lean manufacturing principles Travel domestically and internationally to supplier locations as required to provide on-site support ATS provider: Paylocity.