Supplier Quality Engineer – Auto Parts & Continuous Improvement

thyssenkrupp; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety and environmental programs

401K matching

Paid time off + holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Company-paid short-term disability and

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted BILSTEIN products

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

Internal growth opportunities

Travel opportunities

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, OH seeks a Supplier Quality Assurance professional to lead investigation and containment of quality issues across automotive suppliers.

The role focuses on APQP/PPAP, corrective actions, and statistical methods to improve processes and product quality. You will work with suppliers, internal teams, and management to ensure root causes are identified and effective countermeasures are implemented.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent
• Experience investigating quality problems and applying sound technical judgment to solutions
• Experience designing and implementing Corrective Actions in response to process escapes
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly plant procedures
• Understanding of IATF and AIAG core tools requirements
• Five years in automotive component manufacturing with APQP, PSO, PPAP, Control Plans, and FMEA
• Experience presenting technical information to teams and management
• Experience applying SPC to analyze data and process changes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience developing supplier relationships and driving improvements

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment by following safety and environmental policies.
• Represents the customer and company to suppliers.
• Analyzes supplier performance indicators and reports findings.
• Contains suspect materials that do not meet specifications.
• Coordinates with suppliers on sorts and clean points for production.
• Investigates non-conformities and verifies corrective actions on site if needed.
• Tracks costs related to supplier complaints and conducts chargebacks.
• Drives mistake-proofing and continuous improvement at supplier locations.
• Manages problem investigations and countermeasure activities.
• Performs quality training internally or at supplier sites.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Root cause analysis

Supplier relationship management

Excellent communication

SPC knowledge

APQP/PPAP experience

MS Office proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP

GD&T

Quality tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, OH seeks a Supplier Quality Assurance professional to lead investigation and containment of quality issues across automotive suppliers.

The role focuses on APQP/PPAP, corrective actions, and statistical methods to improve processes and product quality. You will work with suppliers, internal teams, and management to ensure root causes are identified and effective countermeasures are implemented.