Supplier Quality Engineer

The Company

Join TNA, an award-winning company recognized globally for innovation and rethinking the conventional.

TNA was started by Alf and Nadia Taylor as a consulting company for the food industry. Soon after, Alf Taylor invented the world’s first rotary vertical form fill and seal packaging machine which revolutionised packaging speeds for snack foods. Today, we’re the industry’s leading innovator, providing complete turnkey processing and packaging lines for a variety of food production including snacks, French fries, confectionery and more.

Click on www.tnasolutions.com to learn more about the organisation.

Are you passionate about quality and continuous improvement? We’re searching for a detail-oriented Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Melbourne team at Boronia. In this pivotal role, you’ll ensure that our external suppliers consistently meet our company’s quality standards and comply with all regulatory requirements. Your expertise will help safeguard product integrity, reduce defects, and foster ongoing improvements across our supply base.

About the Role

The Supplier Quality Engineer ensures that all external suppliers meet the company’s quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role is pivotal in maintaining product integrity, reducing defects, and driving continuous improvement across the supply base.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement supplier quality assurance plans and audit schedules.

- Conduct supplier assessments and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and drive corrective actions.

- Analyse supplier performance data and report trends to internal stakeholders.

- Support new supplier onboarding and qualification processes.

- Work cross-functionally with purchasing, engineering, and manufacturing teams to align quality expectations.

- Maintain documentation related to supplier quality, including inspection reports and non-conformance records.

- Lead root cause analysis and implement preventive measures for recurring supplier issues.

- Undertake other tasks and duties as reasonably requested.

Qualification and experience

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, or a related discipline (preferred).

- 3 years’ experience in a similar role with experience in QC/QA within a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.

- Strong understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent) and regulatory compliance.

- Proficiency in inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) and techniques.

- Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing CAPA and statistical process control (SPC) with proven results in measurable improvement.

- Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in quality management and process control.

- Highly skilled in root cause analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and the use of quality tools (such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO standards).

- Familiarity with ERP and quality management systems (QMS) is preferred.

- Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills.

Why work with us?

- Egalitarian company structure which empowers employees and nurtures leaders.

- Potential International mobility opportunity (depending on vacancies).

- Be a critical contributor to a transformative project at the heart of our company’s growth strategy.

- Professional and career development benefits and education investment.

- Birthday leave.

- Volunteering opportunities with the Nadia and Alf Taylor Foundation.

- Recognition program linked to health and lifestyle benefits.

- Opportunity to develop new skills and broaden your expertise through hands-on experience in a major transition.

- A company that truly values diversity.

If you are excited about being part of a high-impact team and want to help shape the future of our manufacturing operations, then apply now by emailing your cover letter and resume to ranjitha.dsouza@tnasolutions.com.

You must have an eligible work visa in the region to apply for this position.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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