Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. in Lafayette, IN seeks a Quality Engineer for manufacturing QA.

You will review and disposition initial sample reports, analyze problems with parts and processes, and use drawings and specifications to determine part requirements and conformance. You will develop investigation strategies, train supplier contacts in quality procedures, and track trend data to identify priority projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. or equivalent in Technology (Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Technology).
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization (Managers, Group Leaders, Engineers, Production Associates).

Responsibilities

• Review and disposition Initial Sample reports for ECS, PCR qualification.
• Analyze problems with parts and processes (internal and external) and vehicle.
• Utilize drawings, specs, and standards to determine part requirements and conformance.
• Develop and lead investigation strategies.
• Train and support supplier contacts in SIA Quality Procedures and tools.
• Track and analyze trend data for targets to identify priority projects.
• Serve as subject expert in cross-functional teams, audit groups, training, etc.
• Review and disposition Problem and Countermeasure reports from suppliers.
• Mentor and aid SQA Hourly associates.
• Interact with SRD, Purchasing, ME, PE, IPC, Production, and suppliers as needed.
• Support development and organization of containment.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or equivalent in Technology

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

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1. Review and disposition Initial Sample reports for the qualification of ECS,PCR.

2. Analyze problems with parts, processes (internal and external) and vehicle.

3. Utilize parts drawings, technical specifications, and other standards in order to determine part requirements and conformance to those requirements.

4. Develop and lead investigation strategies.

5. Train and support supplier contacts in SIA Quality Procedures, forms, standard quality tools, and culture change.

6. Track and analyze trend data for targets to identify priority projects (Defect Attack Reporting).

7. Serve as subject expert for department and plant as applicable in cross functional teams, audit groups, training etc.

8. Review and disposition Problem and Countermeasure reports from suppliers.

9. Mentor, direct, and aid SQA Hourly associates assigned to applicable parts.

10. Interact and communicate as needed with SRD, Purchasing, ME, PE, IPC, Production and suppliers.

11. Support development, qualification, and organization of containment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or equivalent work experience in Technology (i.e. Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology,)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Power Point, Teams and Share Point.
• Ability to work and build relationships with all levels of the organization (Managers, Group Leaders, Engineers, Production Associates)

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality or engineering position. Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience.
• Specific process experience or education such as Plastic, Machining, Welding, Stamping, etc.
• Experience with coordinate measuring equipment use/data interpretation.
• ASQ Certification

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.