Supplier Quality Engineer

Brose; Detroit, Auburn Hills (MI, MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive compensation

Social and family-oriented programs

Job summary

Brose seeks an experienced Supplier Quality professional to support BD development and lead supplier feasibility and quality gates for automotive programs in the North American region.

You will review PPAP submissions, execute APQP activities, and manage supplier process audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to ensure robust launches and continuous improvement. Fluency in English is required with Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 escalation 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

APQP

PPAP submissions

Run@Rate

FMEA

8D

PDCA

CMM

SAP

Minitab

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Minitab

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 escalation 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*

*Benefits package may vary slightly per location

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 escalation 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.