Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Number: 59494
Group: Magna Powertrain
Division: MPT Sterling Heights
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: STERLING HEIGHTS
Group Introduction
Advancing mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, and safer, while still fun to drive. And making it for everyone. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain. We do it by creating world-class powertrain solutions for conventional, hybrid, and pure electric vehicles. We're making electrification more than a buzzword, we're bringing it to the road. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
Objectives & Scope
Ensure compliance to Magna's world class Mafact standards in ownership of APQP / Launch team focusing on flawless launch for all supplier related activities. Monitor and develop suppliers (potential, new and current suppliers). Manage solutions of chronic supplier quality & delivery issues. All aspects and functions involved in the supply chain of quality parts in a safe environment and in compliance with all requirements of Magna, external bodies, Magna's customers and shareholders.
Key Responsibilities

1. Participates in APQP Meetings & Lead supplier APQP meetings for assigned projects, ensuring voice of customer (CSR's) compliance.
2. Conduct supplier related audits (CSR / ISO / IATF / Mafact/ CQI) on potential, new and current suppliers.
3. Supplier Capability Assessments
4. Manage Supplier Certifications
5. Conduct R@R at supplier location for 3 days and 3 shifts
6. Review Supplier PPAP's including annual layout
7. Supplier measuring system and correlation activity.
8. Monitor Supplier Performance, generate Charts as required for Mafact & Share point.
9. Review supplier 8D's
10. Coordinate change management at supplier
11. Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification, review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier).
12. Visiting supplier for PPAP, R@R & 8D's reviews.
13. Comply and participate in monthly Health & Safety Quiz.
14. Comply and participate with suggestions and Continuous Improvement program at MSM
15. Direct influence internal MSM team members in a cross functional environment.
16. Lead supplier APQP of different projects, timeline must be met.
17. Lead Technical reviews with suppliers.
18. Maintain APQP tracker for assigned programs.
19. Ensure supplier is set up to Supply web & QPF.
20. Perform Tooling audit to process payments.
21. Manage chronic suppliers using QLPS as a resource.
22. Actively and positively support the continued practice of Common Values behaviors
23. Initiate and embrace company change
24. Observe standards for safe working conditions as outlined in the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as rules and regulations outlined in the employee handbook.

Education & Experiences Required

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering discipline is preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in Supplier Quality Development within the automotive industry.
• 2-5 years of experience in plant operations.
• Proficient in ISO/IATF 16949 and CSR's.
• Proficient in problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Drill Deep and Wide, Six Sigma...etc.).
• Proficient in AIAG core tools: PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA and SPC.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, drives for improvement and possesses strong communication skills.
• Must be results driven.

Must be able to travel cross border as required and up to 75%
Additional Skills Required
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, Standards, specifications or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, presentations, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers. Good written and verbal communication skills.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, sing whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to create and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Skills: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient on the computer, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Proficient in using and developing Microsoft PowerPoint. Proficient with VISIO. Proficient in using Microsoft Project Management and Adobe tools preferred. CMS/AS400 knowledge preferred.
Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with others in the organization with a diverse educational and cultural background. Ability to organize and lead effective meetings. Understand how to work with people to gain understanding and buy in. Good listening, delegation and coaching skills
Problem Skills: Ability to perform structured problem solving take the initiative to find creative solutions
Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
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Nearest Major Market: Detroit