Supplier Quality Engineer

Brose North America Inc; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Education assistance

Career development programs

Community events

Job summary

Brose North America Inc. in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead APQP, PPAP and supplier launches. You will review PPAPs, run design/process validations, conduct Run@Rate, and manage supplier quality gates and root-cause actions.

Strong knowledge of FMEA, MSA, GD&T and SAP is required, with excellent communication to internal teams and suppliers. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in automotive supplier quality, a relevant engineering degree, and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Quality Engineering.
• 5–7 years of Supplier Quality experience in automotive.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, and supplier launches.
• Experience with AIAG and/or VDA 6.3 methodologies.
• Experience Run@Rate activities and supplier performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of core quality tools: FMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T, RCA.
• PDCA and 8D problem solving experience.
• Experience reading CMM reports and dimensional inspection.
• SAP modules related to Supplier Quality.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Supports BD development to ensure a successful launch of supplier tools.
• Leads supplier feasibility activities during the sourcing stage for manufacturing readiness.
• Performs Supplier Quality Gates per Brose process, including on-site reviews.
• Reviews and approves PPAP submissions and supplier launch readiness.
• Executes and supports APQP activities throughout the launch and development cycle.
• Conducts supplier process reviews, Run@Rate activities, and audits to verify capability and capacity.
• Manages supplier root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem solving.
• Demonstrates knowledge and adherence of SAP compliance.
• Monitors supplier deviations and escalation summaries to management.
• Serves as the key contact between suppliers and the Brose Customer Team.

Skills

APQP experience

PPAP submissions

FMEA

Run@Rate

8D problem solving

MSA

Root Cause Analysis

Analytical skills

CMM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Manufacturing/Electrical/Quality Engineering

Tools

SAP

Minitab

MS Office

Job description

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Your Tasks

• Supports BD development to ensure a successful launch of supplier tools.
• Leads supplier feasibility activities during the sourcing stage to ensure manufacturing readiness and successful program launches.
• Performs Supplier Quality Gates per the Brose process, including on-site supplier reviews and assessments.
• Reviews and approves supplier gaging concepts.
• Reviews and approves all elements of PPAP submissions.
• Executes and supports APQP activities throughout the launch and development cycle.
• Conducts supplier process reviews, Run@Rate activities, and product/process audits to verify supplier capability and capacity.
• Manages supplier root cause analysis and corrective actions utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies to ensure robust solutions.
• Demonstrates knowledge and adherence of SAP compliance.
• Monitors and tracks all supplier deviations through closure.
• Serves as the key contact between suppliers and the Brose Customer Team.
• Supports and leads suppliers during escalated Series Production concerns.
• Provides regular status updates and escalation summaries to management.
• Initiates activities to create HIPAA privacy awareness within the organization and implements privacy policies and procedures.
• Adheres to Brose North America (BNA) Quality Policy. Please refer to the Brose Quality Process Flowchart for applicable procedures.
• Considers all valid Procedures, Job Instructions, and Organizational Instructions.
• Adheres to all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and implements all necessary measures for work, health, safety, and environmental protection within the range of responsibility.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Quality Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years of Supplier Quality experience supporting automotive suppliers.
• Proven record of successful execution of APQP activities and product launches with suppliers.
• Experience reviewing and approving PPAP submissions and supporting supplier launch readiness activities.
• Experience conducting Product Process Audits utilizing AIAG and/or VDA 6.3 methodologies.
• Experience executing Run@Rate activities and evaluating supplier manufacturing performance.
• Strong working knowledge of Automotive Core Quality Tools including FMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Experience utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA and 8D.
• Experience reviewing dimensional inspection reports and working knowledge of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Knowledge of SAP modules related to Supplier Quality, including initial sampling, supplier notifications, and supplier claims management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Minitab.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify problems, evaluate data, and drive effective solutions.
• Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to effectively engage suppliers, internal teams, and leadership.
• Ability to escalating issues appropriately and drive accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated, business-oriented, and eager to continuously improve processes and supplier performance.
• Fluent English required; Spanish preferred.

We offer you a modern working environment with our Brose working world

Brose offers a high-tech work environment and a wide range of benefits. Along with competitive performance-based compensation and health insurance, our employees also benefit from attractive social and family-oriented programs throughout our North American locations*. Our benefits packages include comprehensive medical and insurance. Brose also provides educational assistance and a variety of community outreach, family, and sporting events. Flexible working hours and a collaborative work environment give our employees the freedom to balance work and personal life. Brose believes in investing in people. We offer a wide range of development programs with great opportunity for individual growth through training, international or regional assignments and tailored career paths. Our objective is to provide our employees the tools necessary to live a balanced life, experience a rewarding work environment and contribute to our surrounding communities.

• Benefits package may vary slightly per location