Supplier Quality Engineer

Magna International•Moore, SC

About The Position

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected. Job Responsibilities: Supplier Quality Management: Managing supplier quality for purchased parts, ensuring compliance with Magna stringent specifications, and leading quality assurance for new product launches. Responsibilities include approving supplier systems, supporting quality planning activities, conducting audits, resolving supplier-related quality issues through problem-solving processes, and ensuring seamless collaboration with BMW plants globally. JOB DESCRIPTION Coordinate and manage the quality systems of global suppliers to ensure purchased parts meet BMW's / Magna product specifications. New Product Launches: Lead quality aspects of new product launches, verifying supplier and parts development, and ensuring compliance with specifications from handover to Supplier Quality Assurance through to the start of production (SOP). Advanced Quality Planning: Support Module Quality Engineers with activities like risk assessments, process flow diagramming, and product development. Supplier Audits & Development: Conduct process and quality management system audits at supplier locations to validate their ability to produce new parts and processes. Problem Solving: Lead quality problem-solving processes for supplier-related issues, using methodologies like the 8D approach. Communication & Collaboration: Communicate with other BMW / Magna plants and teams worldwide to ensure consistent quality standards and engage in joint problem-solving. Process Execution: Oversee the "process series" (series of tests and validations) with suppliers before the Start of Production (SOP) to ensure everything is on track. Reporting & Metrics: Review and develop new supplier quality and production systems and analyze monthly supplier ratings. Part Approval Process: Manage the BMW Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) release process / PPAP and contribute to the overall part approval process for assigned suppliers.

Requirements

University degree/college diploma or successful completion of career-related courses
3–5 years of experience in the quality field in a technical capacity
Adept with problem-solving methodologies; Demonstrated ability to use structured problem-solving methodologies to drive effective and sustainable corrective actions.
Knowledge of all quality concepts and phases, including PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and control plans
Computer literacy with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work any shift schedule according to business needs
Ability to work overtime and travel with little notice
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, coordinate, integrate internal data, and clearly articulate concepts/ideas related to quality engineering
Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and handle multiple issues simultaneously.
Must be able to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to research and recommend new suppliers, products, and processes.
Excellent communication/negotiation skills with peers and suppliers in a positive, cooperative way while maintaining productive and professional relationships with key functional areas

Nice To Haves

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
Familiarity with BMW’s quality computer systems (QSYS, SPQM, SAP)
Project Management experience specifically in managing project events, timelines, and coordinating multiple stakeholders
Prior exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other CI frameworks.

Responsibilities

Managing supplier quality for purchased parts, ensuring compliance with Magna stringent specifications, and leading quality assurance for new product launches.
Approving supplier systems, supporting quality planning activities, conducting audits, resolving supplier-related quality issues through problem-solving processes, and ensuring seamless collaboration with BMW plants globally.
Coordinate and manage the quality systems of global suppliers to ensure purchased parts meet BMW's / Magna product specifications.
Lead quality aspects of new product launches, verifying supplier and parts development, and ensuring compliance with specifications from handover to Supplier Quality Assurance through to the start of production (SOP).
Support Module Quality Engineers with activities like risk assessments, process flow diagramming, and product development.
Conduct process and quality management system audits at supplier locations to validate their ability to produce new parts and processes.
Lead quality problem-solving processes for supplier-related issues, using methodologies like the 8D approach.
Communicate with other BMW / Magna plants and teams worldwide to ensure consistent quality standards and engage in joint problem-solving.
Oversee the "process series" (series of tests and validations) with suppliers before the Start of Production (SOP) to ensure everything is on track.
Review and develop new supplier quality and production systems and analyze monthly supplier ratings.
Manage the BMW Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) release process / PPAP and contribute to the overall part approval process for assigned suppliers.