S

Supplier Quality Engineer

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

onsitefull-time
Posted Aug 28, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** Supplier Quality / Manufacturing Quality Engineer (mid-level) — 4–10 years hands-on experience; AS degree minimum, BS or ASQ cert preferred/in progress

**Stack/tools: **

  • Inspection tools & methods

  • ASME Y14.5M GD&T

  • First Article Inspection (FAI) setup/conducting

  • Statistical tools; “related software”

  • Microsoft Office

  • Nonconformance management: NCMRs

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Support manufacturing/engineering/purchasing/incoming inspection with data feedback and measurement/process improvements

    • Perform supplier quality audits and assess supplier health, consistency, reliability, performance

    • Lead First Article Inspections and manage corrective actions via NCMRs (create/close; containment/workarounds support root cause)

  • Must-have skills:

    • Strong inspection/measurement background and ability to use inspection tools effectively

    • GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5M)

    • Proven experience with FAI submissions

    • Root-cause problem solving using a scientific/structured method

    • Ability to manage multiple projects; work independently with minimal supervision

    • Continuous improvement mindset; strong analytical and interpersonal skills to influence across levels

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Tool and die background

    • Experience across materials/processes: metal cutting, MIM, PM, plastics

    • ASQ engineering certification

  • **L

Full Description

Pay: $64,000-$102,000

Position Description

  • Provide solid data feedback using a wide variety of quality tools to support manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, incoming inspection, and our suppliers
  • Use your practical, hands-on engineering knowledge to support manufacturing in both proactive and reactive roles by means of the scientific method of problem solving
  • Conduct supplier quality audits of existing and new suppliers to accurately assess the health, consistency, reliability and overall performance of the supplier
  • Work in a variety of areas including metal cutting, MIM, PM, and plastics to develop and strengthen relationships with our suppliers
  • Create, follow through upon, and close NCMRs
  • Lead First Article Inspections through communicating requirements of the drawing and design to the supplier
  • Continuously support our incoming inspection department related to measurement and process improvements
  • Assist internal quality engineers with containment & work around opportunities while focusing on solving the root cause
  • Minimal travel required up to 5%

Requirements

  • Minimum requirement of an Associate's degree in Engineering. Possess or be working toward a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Materials engineering. An ASQ Certification in engineering is acceptable in lieu of a BS in Engineering. An extensive, proven work history in the requirements listed below will be considered in lieu of a degree and/or ASQ certification
  • 4 -- 10 years of floor level, hands-on supplier quality and/or manufacturing experience is required
  • Tool and die background a significant plus
  • Must possess a strong working background with inspection tools/methods and ASME Y14.5M GD & T
  • Experienced in setting up and conducting a first article submission
  • A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes, with a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and complete multiple projects and objectives successfully
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to influence individuals and groups at all levels of our organization with strong interpersonal skills
  • Must be highly motivated and driven -- accomplish tasks and report data with little or no supervision
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, statistical tools and related software

"RECRUITING FRAUD ALERT”

At Smith & Wesson, your personal information and online safety are our top priorities. Our recruiters will only direct candidates to apply through our official career page www.smith-wesson.com/careers

[http: //www.smith-wesson.com/careers]. We will never request payments, financial account details, or sensitive information such as Social Security numbers. If you’re unsure about the legitimacy of a message, please contact HRRecruiting@smith-wesson.com [HRRecruiting@smith-wesson.com] for verification."

Revised 8/26/2022

Supplier Quality AuditsManufacturing SupportProblem SolvingNCMR ManagementFirst Article InspectionsMeasurement ImprovementsRoot Cause AnalysisGD&TASME Y14.5MInspection ToolsContinuous ImprovementProject ManagementData AnalysisMicrosoft OfficeStatistical ToolsTool and Diemulti-location

Cookies & analytics consent

We serve candidates globally, so we only activate Google Tag Manager and other analytics after you opt in. This keeps us aligned with GDPR/UK DPA, ePrivacy, LGPD, and similar rules. Essential features still run without analytics cookies.

Read how we use data in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.