Supplier Quality Engineer

GM • Warren, MI

50d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Technical Center, Warren MI or a designated work location / supplier site three times per week, at minimum. Summary: Execute APQP process with those Suppliers assigned to meet or exceed program work. Execute Program Reviews to program achievements and escalate issues appropriately. Ensure supply base adheres to GM standards and quality and manufacturing processes are enabled identify out of standards conditions while preventing them to move to the next process or manufacturing site. React to out of standard conditions are work cross functionally to resolve known issues in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as assigned. What You'll Do: · 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 new components and assemblies for vehicle launch. · Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems. · 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 · Implementing and monitoring supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate). · 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. · Providing technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over and ongoing production activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical preferred) or an equivalent Technical Degree such as Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics is acceptable
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing.
• Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.
• Demonstrated knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (domestic and international).
• This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business or Engineering is a plus
• Technical and Quality Certifications are a plus
• Experience with Body/Exterior components.
• Experience with injection molding, painting, and plating processes.
• One or more years’ OEM or Tier 1 experience in automotive quality, manufacturing or engineering functions, including demonstrated experience and capability in any of the following areas: Statistical Problem Solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC).
• Product Engineering Lean Manufacturing and or Manufacturing Quality.
• Manufacturing, Process and or Tool Engineering.
• Quality Systems Planning (APQP), including PPAP.

Responsibilities

• 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 new components and assemblies for vehicle launch.
• Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• 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
• Implementing and monitoring supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate).
• 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.
• Providing technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over and ongoing production activities.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level