Supplier Quality Engineer

Magna International•Duncan, SC

12d

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer plans, supports, and implements supplier quality programs in coordination with the plant’s Quality strategy and Corporate Materials Department. The role evaluates, selects, and develops suppliers; assesses supplier technologies; and reviews supplier products, processes, and systems to improve quality and productivity. It develops and applies supplier quality policies, procedures, and standards, and ensures suppliers comply with Corporate Quality requirements. The position monitors supplier-quality project costs, timing, and progress; coordinates internal and external resources; and provides technical problem-solving support. It contributes to quality planning for new product launches, works with suppliers and Advanced Quality Engineering on Advanced Quality tools, and supports suppliers through the Production Part Approval Process. The role also leads supplier development and continuous improvement efforts, researches and recommends quality assurance processes, and may supervise or direct the work of other staff. It requires travel within North America up to 50% of the time and the ability to perform the stated physical requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field with an understanding of quality engineering practices, principles, and processes, or equivalent.
At least three years of experience in quality engineering, project or program management, or equivalent.
Thorough and complete knowledge of the respective field, with broad familiarity with technologies, products, suppliers, and programs.
Ability to conceptualize, coordinate, and integrate internal data, and clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and quality engineering issues.
Creativity and ingenuity to handle assignments that are moderate to long-term and broad in nature.
Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize and coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and address multiple issues at once.
Ability to work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to represent the Company professionally when communicating with internal and external contacts.
Ability to operate standard and specialized equipment related to the job.
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 travel within North America up to 50% of the time.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods.
Must meet proper vision requirements and maintain alertness to surroundings.
Working knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

Plan, support, and implement supplier quality programs in conjunction with the plant’s Quality strategy and Corporate Materials Department.
Define, plan, organize, lead, and direct technical work and departmental efforts related to supplier quality engineering.
Evaluate, select, and develop suppliers, and assess new supplier technologies.
Review and audit supplier products, processes, and systems, and recommend improvements.
Formulate or assist in formulating supplier quality policies, procedures, and standards, and ensure suppliers comply with Corporate Quality standards.
Monitor and control project costs, timing, schedules, and budgets, and report progress as required.
Serve as a technical liaison, coordinate internal and external resources, and initiate action to resolve obstacles.
Participate in quality planning for new product launches and work with suppliers and Advanced Quality Engineering to develop Advanced Quality tools.
Support suppliers through the Production Part Approval Process to achieve full approval for production use.
Lead supplier development projects and programs and champion continuous improvement.
Research, recommend, and support implementation of supplier quality assurance processes and compare techniques to identify appropriate approaches.
Follow Magna policies, procedures, work instructions, and standards, and recommend continuous improvements.
Perform other duties as necessary and, when applicable, supervise or provide work direction to other staff.