SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER

Colonial Group; Guanajuato; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to lead supplier readiness for new product launches, drive supplier development, APQP execution, PPAP approvals, and risk mitigation within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

This role emphasizes problem solving, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Supplier APQP, PPAP management, or a similar automotive quality role.
• Strong knowledge of Automotive Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA / AIAG-VDA FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA.
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and validation requirements.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Advanced or intermediate English communication skills.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier APQP activities from supplier nomination through launch and production stabilization.
• Drive supplier readiness assessments for new programs, transfers, engineering changes, and product launches.
• Manage PPAP submissions, approvals, and supplier qualification processes.
• Conduct supplier audits, readiness reviews, capacity evaluations, and process assessments.
• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans to enhance quality, capability, and delivery performance.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics including PPM, audit results, customer concerns, delivery performance, and risk indicators.
• Lead supplier corrective action processes using SCAR, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality teams to ensure successful program launches.
• Support supplier escalation and recovery activities to protect customer satisfaction and business continuity.
• Promote compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.

Skills

analytical thinking

problem solving

communication skills

supplier relationship management

english proficiency

Education

Bachelors in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Quality Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA / AIAG-VDA FMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

Job description

We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Supplier Development & APQP to lead supplier readiness activities for new product launches, supplier development initiatives, APQP execution, PPAP approvals, supplier performance improvement, and risk mitigation within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about quality, supplier development, problem solving, and driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier APQP activities from supplier nomination through launch and production stabilization.
• Drive supplier readiness assessments for new programs, transfers, engineering changes, and product launches.
• Manage PPAP submissions, approvals, and supplier qualification processes.
• Conduct supplier audits, readiness reviews, capacity evaluations, and process assessments.
• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans to enhance quality, capability, and delivery performance.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics including PPM, audit results, customer concerns, delivery performance, and risk indicators.
• Lead supplier corrective action processes using SCAR, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality teams to ensure successful program launches.
• Support supplier escalation and recovery activities to protect customer satisfaction and business continuity.
• Promote compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Supplier APQP, PPAP management, or a similar automotive quality role.
• Strong knowledge of Automotive Core Tools:
  • APQP
  • PPAP
  • PFMEA / AIAG-VDA FMEA
  • Control Plans
  • SPC
  • MSA
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and validation requirements.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Advanced or intermediate English communication skills.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• VDA 6.3 Auditor certification.
• Experience with Run-at-Rate evaluations and process capability analysis.
• Knowledge of Minitab or other statistical analysis tools.
• Experience in supplier development within Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environments.

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• Results-driven mindset with a proactive and preventive approach to quality.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• English prociency required.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with global automotive suppliers.
• Exposure to new product launches and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Professional development within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.