Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Coghlin Companies, Inc.
Job overview
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at Coghlin Companies, Inc. ensures manufacturing efficiency and low defect rates, supporting production and customers to maintain high-quality standards.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and optimizing production flow, providing floor and customer support, conducting quality reviews, driving quality improvements, root cause analysis, corrective actions, developing inspection plans, and training personnel.
Experience and skills
Requires a BSME or BSEE with 8-10 years in production, knowledge of IPC-620/610, assembly and DFM, quality tools like PPAP and SPC, lean manufacturing, ISO 9001/13485, strong communication, and mechanical skills.
Work environment and culture
The work environment is primarily office-based with occasional off-site duties, requiring reliable transportation, travel flexibility, and extended hours when needed.
Company overview
Coghlin Companies, Inc. is a privately held, fourth-generation family business specializing in providing engineering, manufacturing, global fulfillment, and aftermarket services. They generate revenue through their subsidiaries, Columbia Tech and Cogmedix, which cater to diverse industries, including medical devices, life sciences, robotics, and energy. Founded in 1885, the company has a rich history of innovation and commitment to quality, evolving from a small machine shop to a comprehensive solutions provider. Their focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement has established them as a trusted partner in the manufacturing sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in production quality engineering, particularly your experience with defect reduction, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation as outlined in the job description for Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at Coghlin Companies, Inc.
Highlight your familiarity with key industry standards and tools such as IPC-620, IPC-610, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, Gage R&R, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing, as these are critical to the role and will help your resume stand out.
Apply through multiple platforms including the Coghlin Companies corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees in the manufacturing or quality divisions at Coghlin Companies, Inc. on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like asking about recent quality initiatives they’ve been involved with or expressing interest in how Columbia Tech integrates Lean Manufacturing practices.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating exact keywords from the job description such as '8D CAPA system,' 'root cause analysis,' 'Quality Inspection Plans,' 'ISO 9001,' and 'process and yield improvements' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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