Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

We have an immediate direct-hire opportunity for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at our manufacturing plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia
. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer leads and ensures supplier quality performance for parts, components, and systems in compliance with Busch Global Standards and ISO 9001:2015 requirements. This role oversees critical supplier development projects, supplier audits, quality risk assessments, and supplier performance metrics.

This position follows a Monday–Friday onsite schedule, with standard office hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m, with possible deviations based on business needs.

If you are a skilled and motivated quality professional looking to make an impact in a global organization, apply today and discover why Busch Vacuum Solutions is an outstanding place to grow your career!

• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes.
• Audit supplier products, processes, and quality systems to assess capability and compliance.
• Utilize risk‑based methodologies (i.e. PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams) to evaluate supplier manufacturing processes.
• Drive supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Approve supplier PPAPs and oversee production part validation.
• Monitor and support supplier quality metrics (i.e. PPM, defect rates, corrective action effectiveness) to substantiate supplier evaluation scorecards and mitigate risks.
• Ensure supplier compliance with applicable regulatory standards (i.e. ISO 9001 or other industry‑specific standards).
• Support incoming inspection and disposition of non‑conforming materials.
• Lead root‑cause investigations and CAPA activities using structured problem‑solving tools (i.e. 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
• Collaborate with and support cross‑functional teams during design and development phases, risk assessments, and validation activities.
• Review and approve first‑article inspections and qualification documentation.
• Mentor and assist junior supplier quality engineer.

• Bachelor's Degree (four‑year college or technical school):
  Preferred (Field: Business or Technical)
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing:
  Required
• 3+ years of experience working with metal castings:
  Preferred
• Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering in the Automotive Industry or equivalent:
  Preferred
• Knowledge of various quality system methodologies (8D, Lean, 5 Why’s, DFMEA, PPAP, etc):
  Preferred
• Deep experience with Audits and knowledge of ISO 9001:
  Preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel—open/create/enter data/manipulate spreadsheets):
  Required
• Microsoft Outlook experience (open/create/send email):
  Required
• ERP system software experience:
  Required
• Certified Quality Engineer:
  Preferred
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 Internal Audit:
  Preferred

• Demonstrates initiative, self‑motivation, and professional maturity.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams and cultures.
• Works independently or as part of a team to achieve department and company goals.
• Committed to Busch’s values of quality, safety, and excellence.

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10‑panel drug screen, 7‑year criminal history check (Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case‑by‑case basis)
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 20%) domestically and internationally, including overnights.
• Valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards.
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching…