Supplier Quality Engineer

Flexitech; San Luis Potosí; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexitech is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) in San Luis Potosí to ensure suppliers meet international quality standards and Flexitech’s own requirements. You will lead supplier evaluations, audits, containment, and engineering change implementation.

Required: 3+ years as SQE, IATF 16949 internal audit, PPAP training, CQI knowledge, and IMDS portal experience. Willingness to travel internationally and hold a US visa.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of SQE experience with automotive suppliers.
• Certified internal auditor for IATF 16949.
• PPAP training is preferred.
• Knowledge of CQI-9/11/12/19 quality practices.
• Experience using the IMDS portal.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, approve, and develop suppliers.
• Ensure ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other standards compliance.
• Manage APQP, PPAP, CQI, EMRT, CMRT, PSCR, and ECR activities.
• Analyze supplier non-conformities and perform root cause analysis.
• Conduct supplier audits (system, process, product).
• Monitor supplier quality KPIs and containment activities.
• Implement engineering changes with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Logistics.
• Oversee SCR/SC/CC monitoring and quarantine processes.

Skills

SQE experience

Problem-solving tools

IATF 16949 internal auditor

VDA 6.3 internal auditor

BIQS knowledge

MSA knowledge

Ford Q1 knowledge

CQI-9/11/12/19 knowledge

PPAP training

IMDS portal experience

Tools

IMDS portal

Job description

At Flexitech Group, with over 1,300 employees across seven countries, we specialise in the design and manufacture of braking and cooling systems for the automotive industry. As a Tier 1 supplier and aftermarket supplier, we are recognised for providing innovative solutions that contribute to the safety and performance of vehicles worldwide.

We are now looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to join our team in San Luis Potosi.

The role

As Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE), your will contribute to the organization by ensuring that direct suppliers deliver components and materials in accordance with international quality standards and Flexitech’s own standards. This is achieved through supplier performance evaluations, audits, quality issue management, and oversight of incoming material inspection activities.

In this position, your key responsibilities will be to:

• Evaluate, approve, and develop new and existing suppliers
• Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, etc.)
• Ensure timely compliance with APQP, PPAP, CQI, EMRT, CMRT, PSCR, and ECR requirements
• Analyze and follow up on supplier non-conformities (8D, A3, root cause analysis)
• Conduct supplier audits (system, process, and product)
• Monitor supplier quality performance using KPIs
• Coordinate containment activities at the plant, customer, and supplier sites
• Ensure the proper implementation of engineering changes with suppliers
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Logistics departments
• Ensure the monitoring and control of SCR, SC, CC, etc.
• Manage and control quarantine processes

Travel

You must be able to travel regularly outside the country on a regular basis and hold a US visa.

About you:

To be successful in this role, we need you to have some of the following:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an SQE
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with problem-solving tools
• Certified as an internal auditor for IATF 16949
• Preferably certified as an internal auditor for VDA 6.3
• Knowledge of BIQS requirements
• Knowledge of MSA and Ford Q1
• Knowledge of CQI-9, CQI-11, CQI-12, and CQI-19
• Demonstrated PPAP training.
• Experience using the IMDS portal

As well as:

• Taking into account the requests and expectations of internal and external stakeholders
• Simplifying complex systems and processes
• Having an international and intercultural openness
• Understanding cross-functional collaboration

At Flexitech, you’ll be part of a dedicated and passionate team where collaboration and innovation support high performance.

You’ll find:

• A collaborative and international working environment within the fast-paced automotive sector
• Direct involvement in operational excellence initiatives with a real impact
• A competitive salary package, in line with market standards
• Autonomy, support, and trust to lead projects with real responsibility
• Opportunities for professional development within an innovative and growing industrial group

We know that great candidates don't always meet 100% of the requirements listed. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe your experience can contribute to our success, we encourage you to apply.

At Flexitech, we promote equal opportunities and value diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all qualified candidates are considered, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, disability or any other status protected by law.