Job Description
Execute APQP process with those Suppliers assigned to meet or exceed program timing. Ensure supply base adheres to GM standards and quality and manufacturing processes are enabled. Identify out of standard conditions while preventing them to move to the next process or manufacturing site. React to out of standard conditions and work cross functionally to resolve known issues in a timely manner. Prior experience in a PDT role (SQE, Validation Engineer, DRE, ME, Buyer, Program Quality, etc.) and developing processes/writing standards is highly valued. Supplier Quality Engineer must be comfortable dealing with ambiguity, championing change and working effectively in a fast-paced environment. Travel up to 50% when possible to Supplier and GM CCA sites to ensure robust quality plans are in place. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Location Toluca CCA & Engineering Center – Possible alternative location in Mexico. Hybrid role
What you will do:
The Supplier Quality Engineer's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assuring supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and product PPAP submission and approval requirements.
- Reviewing and approving supplier quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for components and assemblies for service specific new and past model vehicles.
- Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
- Monitor & reduce backorders related to supplier quality.
- Facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues
- Performing on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues
- Determine root cause of supplier manufacturing problems and implement timely, effective, and efficient quality resolutions.
- Implementing and monitoring supplier part qualification and certification processes.
- Improving quality performance of suppliers by conducting onsite workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a robust quality system, or other technical support as required.
- Provide technical assistance during supplier launch, Business Transfer Approval Board (BTAB) and ongoing activities.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in quality, manufacturing, or product engineering with products or processes applicable to any of the following areas Body Exterior, Interior, Propulsion, Safety, Electrical, Chassis or Thermal automotive production.
- Comprehension of geometric design and tolerance (GD&T).
- Proficient in reading and interpretation of drawings, part measurement, gage design and function.
- Ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and lead diverse cross functional teams simultaneously.
- High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
- Strong oral, written and presentation skills.
- English – 90% (speak, write and listen).
Preferred Qualifications:
- OEM or Tier 1 experience in automotive, Quality, Manufacturing, or Product Engineering.
- Experience and capability in Quality Systems Planning (APQP), including PPAP.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Manufacturing Quality.
- Capability for Statistical Problem Solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC).
- Comprehension of manufacturing, assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment and facilities.
- Comprehension of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
Education and Training:
- Bachelor's degree with technical focus such as Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics or equivalent technical experience desirable.
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical) is preferred.
- Master’s degree in Business or Engineering is a plus
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