We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure that materials, components, and assemblies supplied to the organization meet defined quality requirements. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in supplier qualification, supplier audits, root cause analysis, and supplier quality improvement.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in Supplier Quality / Supplier Quality Assurance / Supplier Development in Automotive, EV, Battery Pack, Electronics, Electrical Equipment, PCB Assembly, or Component Manufacturing.

Qualification

· Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics, Electronics & Communication, or a related electronics discipline.

Job Purpose To qualify, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure that supplied materials, components, and assemblies consistently meet the organization's quality standards and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

· Evaluate and qualify new suppliers in coordination with Purchase and other concerned departments.

· Conduct supplier process audits and assess manufacturing capability, quality systems, and process controls.

· Coordinate sample inspection, testing, and validation before approving recent suppliers or components for regular supply.

· Monitor supplier quality performance, incoming rejection trends, and recurring defects.

· Coordinate with suppliers to investigate quality issues and obtain root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action reports.

· Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions through evidence, sample validation, follow-up audits,



and subsequent lot performance.

· Maintain supplier audit reports, qualification records, CAPA records, and approved supplier lists.

· Prepare supplier scorecards and track supplier rejection rates, PPM, audit findings, and corrective action closure.

· Work closely with IQC, Purchase, Production, R&D;, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.

· Ensure supplier quality activities comply with the Quality Management System and applicable quality standards.

Required Skills

· Supplier qualification and supplier process audit

· Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone Diagram)

· 8D / G8D problem-solving and CAPA

· Knowledge of electronic components, PCB assemblies, and electrical components

· Understanding of incoming inspection, sampling plans, and inspection reports

· MS Office, especially Excel, and quality report preparation

Additional Skills

· Knowledge of ISO 9001 (IATF 16949 knowledge is an added advantage)

· Understanding of 7 QC Tools, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, 5S, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke

· Ability to interpret technical drawings, component specifications, and quality requirements

· Ability to analyze supplier performance data and drive continuous improvement

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills

· Willingness to travel to supplier manufacturing facilities for audits and quality improvement activities

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Engineer – Supplier Quality (SQE) (Kochi)
🏢 Hykon India
📍 Kochi