Supplier Quality Engineer

STS Technical Services is actively seeking Supplier Quality Engineers to join our client's team in Flint, Michigan. This position plays a key role in ensuring supplier manufacturing quality, resolving issues, and providing technical support across the lifecycle of assigned commodities.

The main function of a Supplier Quality Engineer is to serve as the technical liaison between purchasing, product engineering, internal manufacturing, and external suppliers. Responsibilities include resolving supplier manufacturing issues, implementing advanced quality planning systems, and supporting suppliers through launch and production.

• 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 implement 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

• 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)
• Extensive experience and knowledge of assigned commodities/products
• Highly motivated with demonstrated leadership capability
• Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design, and function
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning 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 apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead diverse cross-functional teams simultaneously
• High-level 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)

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field required
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred
• Technical and Quality Certifications preferred
• 10+ years of experience required

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with some of the largest names in the aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial industries. Our recruitment teams put talented individuals to work at client locations all over the world, and we have hundreds of exciting opportunities for you to explore.

If you're ready to advance your career, apply now and let STS Technical Services help you take the next step.

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