Supplier Quality Engineer - Loader Cranes (w/m/d) At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER. Are you ready to take quality management to the next level and actively contribute to one of PALFINGER’s key strategic priorities? As part of our ambitious growth and transformation journey within the Loader Crane product line, we are looking for a highly motivated Supplier Quality Engineer to strengthen our team at our Köstendorf location. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Perform quality control and product certification of supplier components, ensuring full compliance with technical and quality requirements, and support supplier audits and development activities in close cooperation with Global Supplier Quality Management Define, monitor, and report supplier quality KPIs, actively driving corrective and preventive actions to ensure sustainable continuous improvement Build and maintain strong, collaborative supplier relationships, leading joint improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies Contribute to the optimization and harmonization of quality management standards and processes across the organization Actively participate in optimization and transformation projects to support business growth, efficiency, and operational excellence YOUR QUALIFICATIONS Completed a technical degree (University or University of Applied Sciences) in engineering or a related field Analytical, problem-solving mindset with the ability to transform complex topics into practical and sustainable solutions Hands-on technical expertise in fabrication, welding, machining, hydraulics, and electrical systems Proven experience with quality tools and methodologies (8D, PPAP, FMEA, root cause analysis) and knowledge of process/project management Results-driven and improvement-oriented, fluent in English and German, and willing to travel up to 30% WE OFFER Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home on a regular basis Further training and international career opportunities Corporate health management "PALfit" Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits Minimum gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 53,241.02 based on full-time employment per year. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conforming overpayment. Are you interested in the position and still have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us.