Engineer - Supplier Quality

Magna International•Holland, MI

16h

About The Position

Plans, supports, and implements supplier quality programs in conjunction with the Corporate Materials Department to ensure compliance and improve the quality of products purchased by the Company. Evaluates, selects, and develops the supply base and assesses new supplier technology to achieve maximum quality and productivity. Formulates or assists in formulating internal and external supplier quality control policies and procedures and developing quality standards. Participates in quality planning during the launch phase of new products and leads supplier development projects and programs to champion continuous improvement. May supervise or provide work direction to other staff, and performs other duties as necessary. Magna Mechatronics & Mirrors develops intelligent access and vision systems that enhance vehicle safety, functionality, and user interaction. As a global automotive supplier and full-system partner, it combines expertise across mechatronics and mirror systems to deliver integrated solutions supporting the evolution of vehicle architectures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, quality, or an engineering field, with an understanding of quality engineering practices, principles, and processes, or equivalent.
Ability to conceptualize, coordinate, and integrate internal data and clearly communicate concepts and issues related to quality engineering.
Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize and coordinate projects, manage competing needs, and handle multiple issues simultaneously.
Ability to work independently.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, and present information.
Ability to research and recommend suppliers, products, and processes and initiate continuous-improvement processes.
Ability to thoroughly research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new products, materials, and processes, and to present information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence people across different levels and functions.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with peers and suppliers, and the ability to maintain productive, professional relationships with key functional areas.

Responsibilities

Plan, support, and implement supplier quality programs with the Corporate Materials Department to ensure compliance and improve purchased-product quality.
Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers and assess new supplier technologies to improve quality and productivity.
Formulate or assist in formulating supplier quality-control policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Participate in quality planning during new-product launches.
Lead supplier development projects and programs to drive continuous improvement.
Research and recommend new suppliers, products, and processes and oversee implementation of new products, materials, and processes.
May supervise or provide work direction to other staff.
Perform other duties as necessary.