Supplier Quality Engineer

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer  in Fall River, Wisconsin. The Supplier Quality Engineer has direct responsibility for the assigned supplier’s quality performance and supporting the complete value chain. Responsibilities include inspecting products, analyzing nonconformances, issuing corrective action requests, and qualifying new products and suppliers. Seeking candidates with previous experience in quality engineering; Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred; Certification in quality methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ) is a plus.

Requirements for the Supplier Quality Engineer position include:

• General knowledge of mechanical and electrical product designs and concepts.


• Data analysis experience.


• Must be able to conduct root cause analysis and implement correction actions.


• Must be able to use measurement tools to verify specifications.


• Must be able to make effective risk assessments.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.


• Requires ability to move between projects as priorities change.


• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Promote a positive customer experience.


• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Supplier Quality Engineer job, including regularly being required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.   

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.


• Paid time off.


• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.


• Life and disability insurance.


• In-house training instructors/programs.


• Tuition reimbursement.


• Employee referral bonus program.


• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply. 

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.