Supplier Quality Engineer- Saginaw

Nexteer Automotive Corporation•Saginaw, MI

32d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated engineer to interface with our suppliers and team members on our Supplier Quality Team. The candidate should have process and implementation experience in manufacturing. This position has the opportunity for 30-60% annual travel. Travel will be mainly within the US and Canada and will average around 2 days a week.

Requirements

2+ years of relevant engineering or quality experience
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Strong relationship building skills
Proficient in print reading, interpretation, and part measurement
Knowledge of statistical quality control and design of experiments
Demonstrated ability to optimize processes and materials by identifying potential defects before tools are built
Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and apply sound technical judgment towards developing possible solutions preferred
High level of interpersonal skills to effectively lead, motivate and facilitate others in group situations and instruct others in new techniques
High level of analytical ability to assess and identify appropriate alternative courses of action for definition and resolution of problems that are unique and diverse
Ability and willingness to travel to Nexteer locations and supplier locations as required
Ability to prioritize work with only limited direction from supervisor
Strong knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of geometric design and tolerance and gage design tolerance preferred
Minitab proficiency preferred
Knowledge of industry supplier quality standards, policies and procedures preferred

Responsibilities

Review & approve supplier quality plans to meet new product and submission requirements using standard APQP and PPAP methods
Function as a liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and to provide technical support
Conduct in depth product and process reviews of the existing supply base to both Nexteer and OEM standards
Determine cause of supplier quality issues through structured problem-solving methods and coordinate/implement effective and timely solutions
Determine part critical characteristics and required process controls
Improve quality performance of suppliers by conducting workshops at supplier locations
Provide technical expertise and assistance to develop and improve supplier quality systems and optimize the processes
Implement and monitor the part qualification and certification process with selected suppliers
Maintain required documentation and files
Provide technical support and expertise in the error-provoking design of tooling
Provide technical support and expertise in the design of gauges both variable and attribute
Provide technical support and expertise to the product engineer in the manufacturability of their designs