AGC | Supplier Quality Engineer, Elizabethtown, KY

Agc Glass Company; Elizabethtown, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AGC Automotive Americas in Elizabethtown, KY is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to develop, maintain, and support supplier quality assurance efforts ensuring products meet specifications. The role involves auditing suppliers, driving root-cause actions, and coordinating with engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing to resolve quality issues.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2–4 years of SQE experience, with ASQ certification preferred and familiarity with AIAG

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial/manufacturing engineering or equivalent.
• 2-4 years SQE experience.
• ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Engineer preferred.
• Working knowledge of AIAG’s MSA, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, and SPC Manuals.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and lean manufacturing concepts.
• Good analytical skills and detail oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems and conduct technical/quality system assessments and related systemic audits of potential new/current suppliers.
• Directs the supplier to perform root cause problem definition, analysis, and corrective action using sound problem solving techniques.
• Create supplier development plans, perform supplier audits, implement closed loop corrective actions and generate quality metrics and reports in support of supplier management program.
• Provides technical input for strategic sourcing team, including evaluation of supplier capability, specification review, product implementation and part transition.
• Works closely with appropriate buyer to manage overall supplier performance.
• Function as the technical liaison between suppliers, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing to resolve quality issues, product improvements and for new supplier development.
• Coordinate supplier containment and internal containment is in place and effective.
• Ensure all supplier cost recovery items are captured and recover as required.
• Prepare quality reports and actions to improve quality.
• Travel to Supplier locations to assist with problem solving, conduct audits and support supplier development.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

SQE experience

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial/manufacturing engineering or equivalent

2-4 years SQE experience

Tools

AIAG MSA

APQP

PFMEA

Control Plan

PPAP

SPC

Job description

AGC | Supplier Quality Engineer, Elizabethtown, KY

AGC Automotive Americas (AANA) is a leading supplier of automotive glazing for the OEM and aftermarket industries and is part of the AGC Group, the largest global glass supplier employing more than 50,000 worldwide in approximately 30 countries.
Responsible for operating production lines in such a manner as to ensure safety of self and others as well as quality of product produced.

The Supplier Quality Engineer will develop, maintain and support supplier quality assurance efforts to ensure that products and services meet supplier specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems and conduct technical/quality system assessments and related systemic audits of potential new/current suppliers
• Directs the supplier to perform root cause problem definition, analysis, and corrective action using sound problem solving techniques
• Create supplier development plans, perform supplier audits, implement closed loop corrective actions and generate quality metrics and reports in support of supplier management program
• Provides technical input for strategic sourcing team, including evaluation of supplier capability, specification review, product implementation and part transition
• Works closely with appropriate buyer to manage overall supplier performance
• Function as the technical liaison between suppliers, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing to resolve quality issues, product improvements and for new supplier development
• Cooridinate supplier containment and internal containment is in place and effective.
• Ensure all supplier cost recovery items are captured and recover as required.
• Prepare quality reports and actions to improve quality
• Travel to Supplier locations to assist with problem solving, conduct audits and support supplier development
• Other duties or projects as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial/manufacturing engineering or equivalent work experience
• 2-4 years’ SQE experience
• ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Engineer Preferred
• Working knowledge of AIAG’s MSA, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, and SPC Manuals
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods
• Exposure to lean manufacturing concepts and techniques
• Good analytical skills and detail oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work through and influence others

What can AGC Offer You?

We offer a competitive compensation package including base salary, structured bonus plan, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

AGC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on AGC. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.