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Position: Supplier Quality Engineer I (SQE I)
Location: York, PA
Department: Manufacturing & Quality
Reports to: Plant Supplier Quality Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
As a Supplier Quality Engineer I (Entry-Level), you will support the complete supplier quality process for motorcycle components—from new product introduction (NPI) through production and warranty. This hands-on role is designed for an early-career professional ready to contribute to part qualification, inspection readiness, and supplier communication within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll collaborate closely with plant teams, senior engineers, and suppliers to uphold Harley-Davidson’s quality and safety standards throughout the product lifecycle.
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Key Responsibilities
New Product Introduction (NPI) / Launch Phase
* Support supplier PPAP preparation and track submission status
* Assist with capability studies and dimensional validations
* Collect and share supplier feedback during feasibility and design reviews
* Help establish inspection criteria based on CTQ (Critical to Quality) characteristics
Production / Sustaining Phase
* Support incoming part inspection and first-pass yield tracking
* Investigate non-conformances and issue preliminary supplier notifications
* Coordinate containment activities for immediate quality issues
* Maintain supplier performance records and audit documents
Warranty / Field Feedback
* Coordinate part returns for supplier analysis of early warranty claims
* Record and monitor supplier responses to field quality issues
* Assist in summarizing warranty data for internal team reviews
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Qualifications (Required)
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a technical field; or equivalent relevant experience
* 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing or quality (internships/co-ops accepted)
o Basic understanding of: PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans & GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
* Strong attention to detail and willingness to work on the plant floor
* Comfortable communicating with internal and supplier contacts
* Ability to travel up to 50% (supplier visits and audits)