Supplier Quality Engineer

Magna International; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Electronics is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to partner with suppliers, drive quality improvements, and lead containment and corrective actions. You will evaluate supplier processes, lead PPAP and APQP activities, and support new product launches to sustain top-tier quality in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork, with 10–20% travel and a focus on continuous improvement in automotive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in supplier quality, automotive industry preferred.
• Able to utilize standard measuring equipment and specialized equipment such as gages.
• Strong knowledge in PCB board assembly and fabrication.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and their characteristics is an asset.
• Ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, and present information.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and Continuous Improvement (Kaizen).
• Capable of working independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage several large projects.
• Demonstrated ability to research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new products, materials, processes.
• Travel 10-20% occasionally.
• Experience in dynamic manufacturing environments and multitasking.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead Supplier 8D’s on all supplier product issues in an urgent and timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with Suppliers on issues regarding their Product Quality.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues.
• Develop correction action plans with suppliers to address process failures.
• Lead implementation of all Containment activities in plant (Supplier Related).
• Support new product launches to ensure supplier quality meets required standards.
• Ensure supplier process controls meet reliability and capability levels.
• Validate and approve Supplier PPAPs in a timely manner.
• Manage yearly PPAPs for carryover products and maintain PPAP records.
• Conduct Supplier audits as required to ensure accuracy of internal systems and processes.
• Coordinate cost recovery for supplier-related topics.
• Develop and maintain supplier boundary/PPAP samples.

Skills

Supplier quality development

FMEA/APQP/PPAP knowledge

Cross-functional teamwork

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Manufacturing process knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Measurement equipment (gages)

PCBA knowledge

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

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What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Responsibilities

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) works with Suppliers in a partnership environment utilizing Continuous Improvement based procedures, tools and methodologies to develop the Supplier in support of corporate and divisional quality objectives. In parallel, the SQE works collectively with the Supplier and cross-functional project teams on new and existing products to review and verify Supplier process capability in alignment with product design requirements and application intent. Formulates and/or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures and development of quality standards. Assists internal and external contacts to resolve product and process problems. Investigates and solves manufacturing-related problems in assigned area using formal problem-solving tools. Analyzes and develops suppliers’ products to obtain maximum productivity and reviews performance in operation and provides suggestions for improvement. Researches, recommends, implements and administers new and/or existing quality assurance processes. May supervise and provide work direction to other staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field


• Understanding of supplier quality development engineering practices, principles, processes, commodity manufacturing / process knowledge, etc.; 3-5 years of relevant experience. Previous experience in automotive industry


• Must be able to utilize standard measuring equipment and specialized equipment such as gages


• Strong knowledge in PCB board assembly and fabrication is an asset.


• Strong understanding of semiconductor devices and their characteristics is an asset.


• capability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc


• Demonstrate knowledge of FMEA’s, APQP, PPAP, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)


• Demonstrated ability to work on long-term assignments, broad in nature. Must be able to work independently with some latitude for unviewed action or decision.


• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage several large and complex projects simultaneously. Must have experience with past projects. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others through support, training, etc.


• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new products, materials, processes, etc. and present information.


• Minimal travel occasionally required (10-20%).


• Experience in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.


• Proven experience working with cross functional teams to complete daily tasks and projects.


• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other employees.


• Knowledge/experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)


• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Own and Lead Supplier 8D’s on all supplier product issues in an urgent and timely manner.


• Effective and timely communication with Suppliers on issues regarding their Product Quality.


• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues


• Work with the supplier directly, create correction action plans to address process failures


• Lead implementation of all Containment activities in plant. (Supplier Related)


• Engage and support Advanced Team as required during new launch transition phase.


• Support new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards


• Ensure supplier process controls meet reliability and capability levels.


• Validate and approve Supplier PPAP’s in a timely manner.


• Manage yearly PPAP’s for carryover product and maintain PPAP records.


• Ensure adherence to Policies/Procedures.


• Responsible to coordinate required incoming inspections.


• Own / Lead monthly Supplier Performance Reviews on Top poor performing Suppliers with monitoring of corrective action plans.


• Own / Lead supplier escalations working with purchasing team for resolutions.


• Conduct Supplier audits as required to ensure accuracy of their internal systems and processes following Magna’s Supplier Audit process (i.e., modification from Engineering Changes, Corrective Actions or Process Changes).


• Effectively coordinate and monitor cost recovery for supplier related topics.


• Develop and obtain Supplier approved boundary/PPAP samples and maintenance of the boundary samples throughout the production cycle.


• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities for production related to Supplier product.


• Monitor and drive timely closure of Supplier initiated Engineering Change Requests.


• Lead effective closure to Supplier complaints through to disposition and financial re-numeration.


• Participate and Lead root cause analysis as required in Warranty returns, follow up communications with customers and provide analysis of data as required.


• Manage internal line rejections from root cause analysis through to Supplier complaints closure analyzing trends and driving corrective actions.


• Drive product improvement based on internal line rejects and returns OEM and Warranty.


• Drive Quarterly goals to meet objectives. Create & Maintain Performance KPI’s.


• Meet all commitments – confront and elevate issues timely

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Electronics