Supplier Quality Engineer II

ManpowerGroup; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Detroit, MI. You will support supplier quality, manufacturing, and cross-functional engineering teams, driving corrective actions to maintain production quality and on-time supply.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, KPI monitoring, and root cause investigations, with 30–50% travel domestic and international. Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years in related roles are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related engineering role.
• Knowledge of GD&T, MSA, and quality problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to interpret metallurgical reports and communicate complex technical issues.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30-50%.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier performance and drive timely corrective actions to ensure quality and uninterrupted production supply.
• Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives and root cause investigations using 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Conduct supplier audits to verify product conformity, process compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor supplier quality KPIs including DPPM, Quality Complaints, and On-Time Shipment performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical quality issues and containment actions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Our client, a global automotive manufacturing leader, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join their team. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be part of the Quality Department supporting Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, and Cross-Functional Engineering Teams. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and a customer-focused mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Detroit, MI (Travel 30-50% Domestic & International)

Pay Range: $35-$45/hour (depending on experience)

What's the Job?

• Manage supplier performance and drive timely corrective actions to ensure quality and uninterrupted production supply.
• Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives and root cause investigations using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Conduct supplier audits to verify product conformity, process compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor supplier quality KPIs including DPPM, Quality Complaints, and On-Time Shipment performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical quality issues and implement containment actions.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related engineering role.
• Knowledge of GD&T, MSA, and quality problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to interpret metallurgical reports and communicate complex technical issues.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 30-50%.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized automotive organization.
• Exposure to international suppliers and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Career growth through challenging supplier quality improvement projects.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.