
Supplier Quality Engineer II
Jabil · Florence, KY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 60+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Jabil (industrial) in Florence, KY. To provide documentation to perform Inspection of components per Inspection Plans in SAP.
- They ask for
- 60+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, FMEA, Control plans, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Supplier quality
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Kentucky: typical posted base $65k–$166k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 29 quality engineer openings in Kentucky, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live quality postings in Kentucky.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (60+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 79%
- ✓ SPC 62%
- ✓ FMEA 59%
- ✓ Control plans 45%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 45%
- ✓ Supplier quality 45%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Jabil in Florence
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Responsibilities
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- ◆Serve as the focal person for commodity related quality and functional issues that stem from components being purchased for manufacturing.
- ◆Ensure that all production critical supplier issues are resolved in a timely manner, and corrective actions are implemented correctly.
- ◆Serve as the point of contact for Inspection Plans and Inspection Methods, and provide guidance to Receiving Inspection Auditors.
- ◆Ensuring ongoing site supplier evaluation is performed. This would be achieved by using site information collected from Receiving Inspection, MRB, Customer Returns, SCAR database and by liaison efforts with customer work cells. Performance will be reported internally, to the supplier, and to the customer where applicable.
- ◆Perform supplier audit interfacing with Corporate SQE if applicable.
- ◆To provide documentation to perform Inspection of components per Inspection Plans in SAP.
- ◆Monitor and drive PPM issues with the supply base in addition to helping them achieve “Dock to Stock” certified with Jabil (in accordance to the vendor performance system).
- ◆Drive supplier selection strategies that will yield a supply base that can be used across all customer programs providing leverage cost savings.
- ◆Proactively communicate information or issues that may impact the product costs of manufacturability to all affected departments.
- ◆Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
- ◆Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred; and 2 to 4 years of experience in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Working knowledge of fluid mechanics, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.
- ✓Experience with pressure testing, hydrostatic testing, pneumatic leak testing, nitrogen leak testing, and flow measurement systems.
- ✓Familiarity with liquid-cooled electronic systems, data center cooling infrastructure, cooling distribution units (CDUs), and thermal management technologies.
- ✓Understanding of wetted material compatibility, corrosion mechanisms, coolant chemistry, contamination control, and fluid cleanliness requirements.
- ✓Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, flow schematics, thermal performance data, and pressure-flow characteristics.
- ✓Experience with root cause analysis techniques related to fluid system failures and thermal performance issues.
- ✓Knowledge of reliability testing methodologies for fluid handling and thermal transfer systems.
- ✓Proficiency in statistical analysis, SPC, PFMEA, control plans, and validation protocols associated with fluid-based manufacturing processes.
requirements
include reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen frequently.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Summary
To be a technical focal point to monitor and work supplier quality issues directly with the manufacturer and communicate status on non-conforming parts/suppliers across all programs. Evaluate supplier performance, determine appropriate Inspection processes and provides guidance to Receiving Inspection function at the site level.
Language skills
Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Mathematical skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual may be required to sit, stand walk regularly, and occasionally lift up to15 lbs. Be accessible to production floor and office staff and to use required office equipment. Specific vision
Work environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Individual’s primary workstation is located in the office area, with some time spent each day on the manufacturing floor. The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate.
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