Quality Specialist – Supplier Quality

About the role

As a senior specialist for supplier quality, you will support quality planning, control, and continuous improvement across engineering, global procurement, supply chain, and manufacturing. The role ensures Oshkosh Corporation products meet customer expectations through robust supplier quality processes.

Key responsibilities

• Verify supplier manufacturing processes such as PFMEA, Control Plans, and Cpk/Ppk studies for stability and control.
• Facilitate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and drive Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Validate process capability, sustainability, and resolve supplier quality issues.
• Gather and analyze internal and external data to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Perform supplier certification through Global Supplier Quality Audits.
• Support the Global Supplier Quality Council with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required (approximately 30% of the time).

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field).
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, supplier integration, strategic supply management, or related areas.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• Prior leadership experience in supply management or project management.
• Strong understanding of operations, business principles, and supply management processes.
• Cross‑functional experience in at least two major areas such as Quality, Manufacturing Operations, or Supply Management.

Required skills

• PFMEA
• Control Plans
• Cpk and Ppk analysis
• APQP
• PPAP
• Data analysis
• Supplier Quality Audits

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $73,200 – $117,800 per year.
• Opportunities for travel and exposure to global supplier networks.
• Engagement in continuous improvement within a leading product development company.