What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Quality Engineer position at Acro Service Corp?
Job Title:- Supplier quality engineer
Duration:- 11 to 12- Months- position (May go Longer)
Location:- Warren, Michigan
Standard Shift:-
Remote Possibility:-
Tuesday- Thursday- ON site
Monday & Friday – Remote
This could change per GM.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibility for body and exterior parts (molded plastic, painted/plated plastics, and steel parts, along with lighting components) as described in the Job Description
The main function of a supplier quality engineer is to serve as the technical liaison between purchasing, product engineering, internal manufacturing, and external suppliers. A typical supplier quality engineer is responsible for resolving supplier manufacturing issues, implementing advanced quality planning systems, and providing technical support throughout the lifecycle of a particular commodity.
• Assure supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and product PPAP submission and approval requirements.
• Review and approve supplier quality plans for new component parts and assemblies for new vehicle and or powertrain programs.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Implement and monitor supplier part qualification and certification processes.
• Determine root cause of supplier manufacturing problems and implementing timely, effective, and efficient quality resolutions.
• Improve 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.
• Provide technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over and ongoing production activities.
Skills:
• Strong knowledge of automotive interior, exterior, body, chassis, electrical or powertrain quality, manufacturing and engineering functions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Manufacturing Quality processes.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and Tool Engineering processes.
• Knowledge of Quality Systems Planning (APQP), including PPAP.
• Ability to perform statistical problem solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC).
• Unique skillset with extensive experience and knowledge of the specific assigned commodity/product.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated leadership capability.
• Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.
• Knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities.
• Knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
• Ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
• 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 written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (daily commutable and overnight combined).
Required Qualifications
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree
Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field required.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred.
• Technical and Quality Certifications preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience required.
Ideal if this person has experience SQMS
Ideal if they have SPPs(supplier practical problem solving system)
Salary : $42 - $45