Global Supplier Quality Engineer — 8D Problem Solver

Eaton; San Luis Potosí; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton IS VEH VGNA division is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality issues, drive 8D problem solving, review supplier responses, and lead PPAP activities to ensure parts meet IATF 16949/ISO 9001 standards. This onsite role requires strong communication and data-driven mindset.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2–3 years in a similar role, Yellow Belt, and fluent English. Mexico-based position with global exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, mechatronig engineering or related fields required.
• 2–3 years of experience in similar area.
• Yellow Belt Certification.
• Intermediate-Advanced English with strong verbal communication skills for meetings with international suppliers.
• IATF 16949/ISO 9001 criteria, EQMS.
• Problem solving methodology (8D).
• MSA, PPAP, Control Plan, AMEF and SPC.
• All areas of inspection techniques, principles, procedures and know-how.
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Problem solving based in 8D.
• Production line support and supplier activity follow-ups with performance monitoring.
• Communicate quality issues to suppliers and sister plants.
• Review supplier responses to DMR in Wisper; escalate Hi-Impact DMR as needed.
• Request disposition of non-conforming material from suppliers after sorting.
• Prepare reports on parts-supplier performance and update quality metrics.
• Scrap and non-conforming material control with supplier charge backs.
• Responsible for Focus Supplier process.
• Follow up ZMPD/LMPD for external supplier quality issues.
• PPAP process follow-up; SCR meetings and PSW approvals.
• Coordinate work with the Supplier Quality Analyst (SQA).
• Maintain safe work environment and promote Eaton’s ethics and quality policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Strong verbal communication

8D problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field (as stated)

Tools

IATF 16949/ISO 9001

MSA/PPAP/Control Plan/AMEF/SPC

GD&T

Yellow Belt Certification

Job description

Eaton IS VEH VGNA division is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier quality issues, drive 8D problem solving, review supplier responses, and lead PPAP activities to ensure parts meet IATF 16949/ISO 9001 standards. This onsite role requires strong communication and data-driven mindset.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 2–3 years in a similar role, Yellow Belt, and fluent English. Mexico-based position with global exposure.