Supplier Quality Engineer

StarPlus Energy LLC; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

PTO and disability insurance

Job summary

StarPlus Energy LLC in Kokomo, Indiana is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join their Supplier Quality Management team. As part of a joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis, this role focuses on maintaining supplier quality standards and managing vendor performance. You will conduct audits, lead improvements, and ensure compliance with quality specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Engineering and strong problem-solving skills. Join us in shaping the future of e-mobility!

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited university.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Strong foundation in supplier quality management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing process monitoring and establish KPI activities.
• Investigate customer complaints and lead supplier performance improvements.
• Review product specifications and inspection standards.
• Document internal audits and quality activities.

Skills

Organization skills

Written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Supplier quality management

Technical problem-solving

Leadership

Coaching and mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical)

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Google Suite

Job description

Salary within the posted range is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long‑term disability, PTO, 401K with company match.

Starplus Energy LLC is an electrifying joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions that empower the automotive industry as we transition towards an electric future. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering our company’s positive, diverse, and collaborative culture by helping us build and maintain a safe and effective One Team, One Mission organization. Join our vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of energy solutions for e‑mobility.

Position Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer is a part of the Supplier Quality Management (SQM) group and reports to the Supplier Quality Manager. The Supplier Quality Engineer must comply with supplier quality standards to meet all product and process requirements and manage and report supplier performance. The Engineer will be responsible for quality checks, Production Part Approval Process approval for new suppliers, and on‑going process audits for all suppliers. This role is also responsible for detection, containment, root cause analysis and resolving all supplier related issues. The Supplier Quality Engineer will manage the continuous performance improvement and optimization of all suppliers of components and services, as well as provide coaching and mentoring of the utilization of lean manufacturing problem‑solving methodologies.

• Establish KPI activities and conduct on‑going process monitoring; prepare updates of performance results for management
• Investigate customer complaints and non‑conformance issues, then lead improvement of supplier performance
• Review supplier product specifications, inspection standards, and lesson learned activities
• Document internal audits and other quality activities
• Work closely with key stakeholders to clarify business and technical requirements for Supplier Quality performance, as well as providing delivery according to schedule
• Perform other position related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent. (Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechatronics may also be considered)
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• While travel is unlikely, the ideal candidate will be able to travel, with reasonable prior notice as required (domestic and/or international)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels of the organization
• Strong foundation in supplier quality management
• Demonstrated technical problem‑solving ability
• Goal oriented self‑starter with ability to lead teams
• Ability to coach / mentor / develop Engineers and Inspectors
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Chemical, Electrical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics & Metallurgy
• Extensive Quality Experience
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Shainin Red X / Six Sigma Certification
• Experience with the AIAG Advanced Quality Planning and Control Plans, FMEA, Production Part Approval Process, MSA, and SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Experience with quality certification and system such as ISO9001/IATF16949 is required
• Familiar with lean manufacturing methodology and implementation
• Extensive knowledge in Data Analytics utilizing MS Excel, MS Access or other database applications
• Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs
• ASQ Certification in Quality and Reliability

Working Conditions

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work around the potential exposure to dust and chemicals
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE as deemed essential for the job function
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Starplus Energy, LLC promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodations of other qualified disabled applications and employees. Please see your Human Resources Director should you have any questions about these job duties.