Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – Automotive/Defense

AM GENERAL LLC; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AM General is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support the Quality Department during new model changes and product development, ensuring supplier parts meet specifications and production needs. You will collaborate across departments and with suppliers to drive quality improvements on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has an engineering or manufacturing background, 5+ years in automotive/defense sectors, knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC and GD&T, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or related technical field.
• 5+ years experience in Automotive, Defense or manufacturing related field.
• Working knowledge of AIAG quality core tools APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA and SPC.
• Working knowledge of dimensional GD&T and check fixtures.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in problem solving and problem solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Quality Department during new model changes and future product development and engineering changes
• Works cross-functionally with all departments, Suppliers, and organization locations as assigned to ensure supplier parts conform to specifications supporting the production environment
• Lead and support problem investigation of suspect non-conforming parts to verify compliance to the released design
• When non-conformances are found, SQE's are to address the issue in a timely manner supporting the production process while driving irreversible corrective action back to the supplier process
• Manage non-conforming material containment at AMG and with the supplier to prevent usage in AMG’s production process
• Work with the supplier and AMG’s production team to identify and manage all known and suspect non-conforming material including sorting, rework, quarantine, and final disposition
• Process non-conforming material for final disposition utilizing AMG’s defined processes
• Track Supplier performance metrics and trends to assist in supply base improvement
• SQE's are expected to promote and maintain a safe and respectful work environment, and to adhere to all work policies and procedures

Skills

APQP/PPAP

FMEA/MSA/SPC

GD&T

ISO 9001/IATF16949

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Engineering/Manufacturing Tech

Tools

AIAG core tools

MS Excel / Office

Job description

AM General is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support the Quality Department during new model changes and product development, ensuring supplier parts meet specifications and production needs. You will collaborate across departments and with suppliers to drive quality improvements on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has an engineering or manufacturing background, 5+ years in automotive/defense sectors, knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC and GD&T, and strong communication and