Automotive Supplier Quality Engineer (Travel Required)

Mazda North American Operations; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazda North American Operations seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to assure part quality for Mazda and MTMUS. You will lead supplier audits, coordinate cross-functional reviews, and enforce QOS standards across manufacturing facilities.

You will drive APQP/PPAP activities, train suppliers on QRS, and develop corrective actions using 8D methods. Domestic travel is required to support supplier sites.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years in manufacturing, quality assurance or related field.
• Experience with APQP and PPAP processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supplier quality and ensure conformance to Mazda standards.
• Lead manufacturing process audits and QOS adherence.
• Coordinate cross-functional design reviews for manufacturability.
• Train suppliers on Mazda QRS and APQP/PPAP requirements.
• Develop and present quality reports to stakeholders.
• Implement corrective actions using 8D methodology.

Skills

Quality engineering

Project management

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Technical reporting

Process auditing

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

APQP/PPAP

Job description

Mazda North American Operations seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to assure part quality for Mazda and MTMUS. You will lead supplier audits, coordinate cross-functional reviews, and enforce QOS standards across manufacturing facilities.

You will drive APQP/PPAP activities, train suppliers on QRS, and develop corrective actions using 8D methods. Domestic travel is required to support supplier sites.