Overview:
Under the general direction of the Quality Leader, this position is accountable for the coordination of obtaining design/process compatibility on existing parts and products. Functioning as a key member of multiple functional teams determining the capability of existing and new suppliers.
Responsibilities:
- Initiates and leads technical reviews of supplied parts and the supplier’s quality management system (QMS).
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Determines and proposes statistical process controls for appropriate suppliers' processes.
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SQE is responsible for tracking resolutions of supplier quality/productivity top issues.
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Determination of inspection/test equipment required to assess the conformance to specifications.
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Supervises quality process control and audit personnel as assigned.
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Maintains quality documentation at test and audit to engineering specifications.
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The Supplier Quality Engineer supports the effort of the new design introduction.
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Member of the process review team, helping Product Engineering introduce purchased and manufactured components.
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Provide reject and warranty data to the management team for analysis.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge/Experience:
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2-4 years of experience in quality assurance and/or control preferred
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Background in QMS management in a certified ISO or IATF organization.
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Functional knowledge of statistical concepts as applied to the field of Quality Assurance.
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Experience in a project team environment is beneficial.
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Experience in the quality management methods defined by the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG).
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Supplier Audits & Assessment: Conduct on-site or virtual audits to evaluate supplier quality systems and process capability.
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Part Qualification: Manage the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) or similar qualification processes for new parts
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Root Cause Analysis: Investigate non-conforming materials and drive corrective/preventive actions (SCARs/CAPA).
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Performance Monitoring: Track supplier KPIs (e.g., defects per million, on-time delivery) and conduct performance reviews.
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Collaboration: Work with design and manufacturing engineering to define component specifications and tolerances.
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Continuous Improvement: Drive lean manufacturing and quality improvement initiatives at supplier locations.
Skills and Abilities:
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Demonstrated strong computer skills in Microsoft applications.
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Problem-solving ability, effective communication skills and diplomacy required.
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Blueprint reading and ability to interpret standards such as ASTM.
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Experience evaluating supplier’s quality systems and ability to facilitate process improvements.
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Knowledge of SAP is beneficial
Education:
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BS degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing discipline desired.
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AS degree required with equivalent experience or ASQ Quality Engineering Certification.
Physical Requirements:
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Position involves sitting for long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting.
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Some travel, including to international suppliers may be required. A valid passport, or the ability to get one, is required
ID: 2026-11718 Pos. Type: Full-Time
