Global Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive)

Joinimagine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

BASF seeks a seasoned Quality Manager to lead supplier quality for automotive-related parts and processes. You will ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF16949, and related standards, drive supplier audits, and implement PPAP/APQP practices. You will collaborate with global teams and cross-functional partners to improve quality performance.

The role demands strong auditing credentials, problem-solving with data tools, and readiness to travel for audits and supplier development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or above in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in quality functions, including supplier quality and project quality with automotive sector.
• Certificated auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, VDA6.5 or equivalent knowledge.
• Familiar with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5why, SPC, FMEAs, etc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure QM rules in accordance with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 / VDA / AIAG procedures.
• Address and resolve quality issues, providing technical input and guidance on process improvements at suppliers.
• Drive pro-active QM mindset in BU.
• Cooperate with Sales and Engineering on product development and define process parameters to ensure supplier process capability.
• Work with global team to improve Supplier Quality Management system.
• Drive Quality Assurance Agreements with Suppliers and execute accordingly.
• Supplier evaluation based on historical performance with purchasing and release score.
• Supplier audit, including potential supplier audit, annual audit, product and process audit.
• Take responsibility for quality activities concerning quality assurance of purchased parts.
• APQP support for supplier part, regarding OTS and PPAP work, project audit for supplier.
• Support supplier development based on customer and business requirements.
• Apply Cp/Cpk, SPC, R&R, 8D to analyze and improve supplier quality.

Skills

Quality management

Supplier quality

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

8D

5 Why

SPC

FMEA

Job description

BASF seeks a seasoned Quality Manager to lead supplier quality for automotive-related parts and processes. You will ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF16949, and related standards, drive supplier audits, and implement PPAP/APQP practices. You will collaborate with global teams and cross-functional partners to improve quality performance.

The role demands strong auditing credentials, problem-solving with data tools, and readiness to travel for audits and supplier development.