Supplier Quality Engineer
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We seek a Supplier Quality Engineer for a full time job opportunity with one of our Alabama clients. This is a hybrid role. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with Engineering within Automotive.

Job Description

The best chapters in Alabama's automotive success story are yet to come and we're seeking to add a new team member to our Supplier Quality team.

The vehicles our client manufactures are the finished results of our skilled workforce, and we're hiring even more. Our client's Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of their luxury SUV models, including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County, they've launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. The two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world, with over 6 million square feet combined.

Our client offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation, health and life insurance, 401(k) matching program and defined contribution retirement plan, annual bonuses, tuition assistance, and paid holidays. Further on-site resources such as childcare, medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize. Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. They are committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Purpose of the Position:

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for process capability and product quality of the supplier locations from the development phase to start of production (SOP) through the end of the life cycle by collaborating cross-functional partnerships within the company (worldwide) and with suppliers within the North America region.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in the supplier evaluation and qualification of suppliers before awarding (i.e. VDA Potential Analysis)
• Facilitate and help lead the supplier in the advanced product quality planning (APQP) of new product project following the maturity level assurance process (VDA-RGA)
• Use quality tools/system necessary for New Product Project (NPP) (i.e. ABC Classification, Q-Planning, Husky, START, SQMS, PIA)
• Perform VDA 6.3 process audit at the supplier and maintain follow-up audits and schedule accordingly
• Production process and product approval (PPA) according to VDA 2
• Perform and monitor supplier performance to company targets and standards
• Annual check of the suppliers' process and product of safety and certification relevant parts (i.e. Requalification)
• Establish and monitor supplier key process indicator (KPI) to ensure supplier performance is achieved
• Work with supplier to Investigate, analyze and correct supplier problems and countermeasure activities according to 8D methodology
• Provide lessons learned from current running series to improve future projects
• Facilitate improvement phase using problem solving and continuous improvement techniques
• Manage international production part supplier (in North America region) in regards to quality concerns and change implementation.
• Ensure process planning and cross-functional activities to achieve the quality, safety and production goals
• Travel frequently to suppliers within North America region

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position

Education:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering Or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

Relevant professional experience in the following area(s):Engineering within Automotive, Original Equipment Manufacturing or a Tier 1 Supplier

About Golden Technology:

Welcome to Golden Technology, an IT staffing company based in Cincinnati, OH. We are a faith-based organization dedicated to developing people and driving innovation. At Golden Technology, we believe in the power of community, the importance of integrity, and the potential within each individual. Our mission is to connect top talent with exciting opportunities, fostering growth and success for both our clients and candidates. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, supports personal development, and is committed to making a positive impact in the world of technology.