Supplier Quality Engineer

Dana Incorporated•Humboldt, TN

23h

About The Position

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Job PurposeThe Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for managing the quality aspects of materials and services provided by external suppliers. The role involves implementing quality assurance processes, conducting audits, and collaborating with suppliers to address quality issues. SQEs work closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and engineering, to ensure that the components and materials sourced meet the company’s quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Quality, Industrial or Mechanical engineering with 5-10 years’ experience required. Work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
Experience with FMEA, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions.
Solid manufacturing background including manufacturing, finance, and engineering.
Proficient in the understanding of Engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
Good understanding of APQP and program management techniques.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong project management skills and leadership abilities.
Assertive and initiative-taking.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional activities.
Excellent communication (both written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
Proficient in the use of MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated competence in Quality related statistics.
Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred.

Nice To Haves

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred
CMM experience preferred

Responsibilities

Address supplier quality rejects and customer returned material that is supplier related.
Application of statistical techniques and assistance to others as required.
Track progress of Advanced Quality Planning activities.
Monitor and help control supplier scrap, including pareto and corrective action analysis.
Monitor, analyze and report on supplier key indicators and associated improvement action plans.
Assist in supplier development as required.
Support continuous improvement activities.
Monitor Supplier CQI activities to ensure yearly requirements are met.
Conduct supplier visits and reviews if asked.
Communicate with suppliers to obtain RMA numbers.
Complete supplier chargebacks (debit memos) in SAP.
Enter Supplier NCMR in Live Source and following the nonconformance through to closure.
Other duties as required.