Quality Engineer, Supplier Qlty Assurance

Yazaki North America; Canton Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

401K match

Tuition assistance

Generous holiday schedule

Job summary

Yazaki North America is seeking a Production Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Purchasing team in Canton, MI. The role focuses on ensuring supplier component quality in current production through SQD processes and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.

The Senior-Level additions emphasize technical leadership, cross-functional projects, and mentoring. A technical bachelor’s degree and 2 years in manufacturing/quality are preferred, with travel to international sites possible.

Qualifications

• Technical Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
• Manufacturing/Quality experience (2 years) in at least one of: injection molding, metal stamping, elastomer molding, assembly, high speed cables, electronic components.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally (Mexico, Japan, Germany, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English; Spanish and German preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers, driving resolution of component quality issues and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage supplier corrective action processes including 8D investigations, root cause analysis, containment, and verification of permanent corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers, business units, affiliates, and internal stakeholders to resolve quality concerns and ensure timely communication.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, QIP, and other metrics, driving accountability and improvements.
• Conduct and manage supplier audits, assessments, and qualification activities (PPAP, EH&S, compliance).
• Support supplier development initiatives by building strong supplier relationships and implementing quality enhancement strategies.
• Manage SCRs, quality system compliance, and adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate quality cost recovery activities and related supplier chargebacks.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier quality

8D problem solving

Root cause analysis

Project leadership

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

ASQ certification

Six Sigma

IATF audit

Tools

PPAP

Job description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Canton, MI, USA

What We Are Looking For

Yazaki is looking for a Production Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Purchasing team in Canton, MI. This person will utilize SQD processes, procedures, and tools to ensure continual quality improvement of suppliers’ components being used in current production. They will be assigned specific suppliers to manage. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. This position is hybrid.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers, driving resolution of component quality issues, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage supplier corrective action processes, including 8D investigations, root cause analysis, containment activities, and verification of permanent corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers, business units, affiliates, and internal stakeholders to resolve quality concerns, remove roadblocks, and ensure timely communication.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, Quality Improvement Programs (QIP), and other performance metrics, driving accountability and measurable improvements.
• Conduct and manage supplier audits, assessments, and qualification activities, including manufacturing reviews, risk assessments, PPAP, environmental, health and safety (EHS), and compliance audits.
• Support supplier development initiatives by building strong supplier relationships, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing quality enhancement strategies.
• Manage supplier change requests (SCRs), quality system compliance requirements, and adherence to company quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate quality cost recovery activities, including quality claims, debit/credit processing, material disposition, containment actions, sorting activities, and related supplier chargebacks.
• Prepare, analyze, and communicate quality reports, presentations, metrics, issue status updates, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support strategic Supplier Quality Development (SQD) initiatives, mentor team members, provide subject matter expertise, and contribute to supplier quality strategy and continuous process improvement efforts.

Senior-Level Additions

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, serving as a Supplier Quality subject matter expert.
• Lead cross-functional projects and supplier improvement initiatives while supporting management-directed objectives and future quality strategies.
• Develop leadership capabilities by guiding sub-team activities, coaching peers, and promoting best practices across the organization.

What You Will Bring To The Table

• Technical Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience
• Applicable professional certification (ASQ, Six Sigma, IATF audit) preferred
• Manufacturing/Quality experience (2 years) in at least one of the following; injection molding, metal stamping, elastomer molding, assembly, high speed cables, electronic components.
• Must be willing to travel to domestic/international (Mexico, Japan, Germany, etc.) locations on short notice Ability to resolve issues by applying creative thinking
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English are required (Spanish and German preferred)

What We Can Provide You

• A safe collaborative learning work environment that stimulates creativity and exploration
• Diverse teams of experts
• Resources from around the globe
• Supportive leadership and team members to help you do your best work
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule
• A hybrid work schedule

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.