Supplier Quality Engineer (6-month temp only)

Kelly; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

telemedicine

retirement savings plan

paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage supplier relationships and ensure automotive components meet strict quality and safety standards from design through production. The role emphasizes collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements.

The position requires hands-on experience in supplier quality or high-volume automotive manufacturing, plus a Bachelor's in an engineering field and strong use of APQP/PPAP, FMEA, GD&T, MSA, SPC, and 8D

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or related engineering field.
• Hands-on experience in quality, supplier quality, or high-volume automotive manufacturing.
• Proficiency in core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, GD&T, MSA, SPC, 8D solving, statistics.

Responsibilities

• Train suppliers on the internal Supplier Quality Portal and review quality documents for prototype and production parts.
• Lead RCCA/8D and oversee containment with short- and long-term solutions.
• Support MRB meetings and material disposition analysis.

Skills

Quality experience

Supplier collaboration

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Materials or related

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

GD&T

MSA

SPC

8D problem solving

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

• Location: Foster City, CA
• Work Schedule: Mon to Fri, 40hrs/week
• Hourly rate: Max 93$/h
• Contract: W2 contract under staffing supplier, with 6-month duration (possible conversion according to performance)

A Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) manages supplier relationships and ensures that automotive components meet strict quality and safety standards from design through production.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, or a related engineering field (or general engineering).
• Experience: Hands-on experience in quality, supplier quality, or high-volume automotive manufacturing.
• Technical & Quality Tools: Proficiency in core quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, GD&T, MSA, SPC, 8D problem-solving, and statistical analysis.
• Process Knowledge: Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, welding, electromechanical assembly, or specialized interior/seating production depending on the specific team focus.
• Travel: Ability to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally) for supplier site visits, tooling buy-offs, and audits (typically 20%-40%).

Key Duties

• Supplier Portal & Documentation: Train suppliers on the internal Supplier Quality Portal and review quality document submissions for prototype and production parts.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA / 8D): Lead root cause analysis, issue corrective action requests, and oversee immediate containment alongside short- and long-term solutions.
• Material Review & Disposition: Support Manufacturing, Quality, and Vehicle Engineering by analyzing suspect materials and participating in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings.
• Quality Metrics & Analysis: Track and report incoming supplier part metrics, including First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, Cp/Cpk analysis, Pareto charts, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and process capability studies.
• Design & Manufacturability: Partner with Vehicle Systems Engineering and Strategic Sourcing to assess new product designs for manufacturability, review CAD models, and conduct supplier process audits.
• APQP & PPAP Management: Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions through the start of production.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply lean manufacturing and quality tools to improve yield, cycle times, and first-time-through quality across the supply base.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave

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