Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality (temporary to hire)
About ALOM ALOM is a quality- and technology-driven global supply chain management company, providing 3PL+, contract manufacturing, and fulfillment solutions for leading brands in technology, healthcare, government, and other highly regulated industries. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with operations across California, Indiana, and 20 global locations, ALOM helps customers turn their supply chains into a competitive advantage through precision execution, customized, scalable solutions, real-time data, and a deep commitment to ESG and operational excellence. As a woman-owned company, founded and led by our CEO, we are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace.
The Opportunity ALOM is looking for a Quality Engineer to join our Supplier Quality team. You'll own the day-to-day work of qualifying suppliers, resolving quality issues, and driving corrective actions across our logistics, contract manufacturing, and medical device operations. It's a hands-on role for someone who likes solving problems directly with suppliers and cross-functional partners, and who wants exposure to a broad, regulated quality environment.
What You'll Do Supplier Quality
Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, evaluations, and periodic performance reviews
Monitor supplier performance metrics (defects, nonconformances, corrective actions) and flag risks to Purchasing and Operations
Support supplier audits end-to-end: preparation, documentation, follow-up, and corrective action tracking
Maintain supplier quality records, specifications, and requirements documentation
Corrective Actions & Issue Resolution
Investigate supplier-related quality issues and nonconformances; issue and manage SCARs
Partner with suppliers on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and timelines, and verify closure
Escalate overdue or significant issues to Quality management
Analyze recurring issues to identify preventive action and continuous improvement opportunities
Incoming Quality, Regulatory & Documentation
Support incoming inspection, containment activities, and investigations tied to supplier-provided materials or components
Assist with regulatory registrations, licensing, renewals, and customer requests tied to supplier qualification
Keep supplier and quality system records complete, accurate, and audit-ready; prepare quality reports and metrics
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Work daily with Purchasing, Operations, and Client Success to resolve supplier and quality concerns
Support new product introductions, supplier onboarding, and process changes
Drive data-based problem-solving and contribute to supplier quality KPIs and improvement projects
What You Bring Required
2–3 years in Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or a related function, including direct supplier work on quality issues, corrective actions, or performance improvement
Working knowledge of root cause analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement methods
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; comfortable managing multiple open issues at once
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience in a regulated industry — medical device, manufacturing, electronics, automotive, or logistics — preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, or related field — or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
Supplier audit or assessment experience; SCAR management
ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 experience
Familiarity with eQMS platforms (e.g., Greenlight Guru) or ERP/supplier management systems
ASQ certification (CQE or CSQP)
Why ALOM At ALOM, leaders are close to the work and to the customers, and every function plays a direct role in delivering high-compliance, high-performance supply chain solutions that matter. ALOM is a privately held, woman-owned company with a 25+ year track record of innovation, quality, sustainability, and award-winning performance in demanding industries.