Supplier Quality Engineer Associate

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Sidney, OH, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Greentech
The Role
Support supplier quality for precision machining: conduct supplier audits, review PPAPs, monitor supplier metrics, evaluate machining processes and capability, participate in root-cause investigations, support corrective actions, supplier development, and cross-functional product launch support.
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About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

Are you an early-career engineering or quality professional looking to launch your career with a global leader? Copeland is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Mechanical SQE team in Sidney, Ohio. In this role, you will support precision machining suppliers, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and play a meaningful role in one of Copeland's most exciting new product programs.
This is an opportunity to grow your technical skills, work cross-functionally, and make a real impact on our supply chain — with mentorship and training provided.
What You'll Do
Supplier Quality & Auditing
  • Conduct supplier quality audits using the Copeland Supplier Audit (CSA) process
  • Review and process PPAPs, deviations, audit findings, and corrective actions
  • Monitor supplier performance through key metrics: PPM, on-time delivery, and corrective action effectiveness
Machining & Technical Support
  • Evaluate machining processes including CNC turning/milling, grinding, honing, and boring
  • Assess process capability (Cp/Cpk) and review manufacturability during design changes
  • Support supplier process improvement and capacity readiness
Problem Solving
  • Participate in root cause investigations using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone methodologies
  • Support containment and corrective actions at supplier locations
  • Assist with disposition of nonconforming material (MRB activities)
Supplier Development
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives including scrap reduction and cycle time improvement
  • Assist with new supplier onboarding and sourcing decisions
  • Provide technical guidance to suppliers on machining best practices
Collaboration
  • Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations
  • Support engineering change requests, product launches, and production ramp-ups
What You'll Need
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship not available)
Preferred
  • Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, quality, or machining
  • Familiarity with CNC machining, GD&T, SPC, APQP/PPAP, or Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Exposure to quality standards such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949

Our Commitment to Our People 

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. 

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. 

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.  

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team! 

 

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

 

Work Authorization 

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [email protected] 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship not available)
  • Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, quality, or machining
  • Familiarity with CNC machining, GD&T, SPC, APQP/PPAP, or Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Exposure to quality standards such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
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The Company
HQ: St. Louis, Missouri
3,381 Employees

What We Do

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. Today, we are building on our 100-year legacy through industry-leading innovation, putting Copeland at the forefront of positive change. We create sustainable residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We maintain the integrity of goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally.

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