Supplier Quality Engineer (Mumbia, IN)

Joinimagine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

BASF seeks a seasoned Quality Manager to lead supplier quality for automotive-related parts and processes. You will ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF16949, and related standards, drive supplier audits, and implement PPAP/APQP practices. You will collaborate with global teams and cross-functional partners to improve quality performance.

The role demands strong auditing credentials, problem-solving with data tools, and readiness to travel for audits and supplier development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or above in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in quality functions, including supplier quality and project quality with automotive sector.
• Certificated auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, VDA6.5 or equivalent knowledge.
• Familiar with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5why, SPC, FMEAs, etc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure QM rules in accordance with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 / VDA / AIAG procedures.
• Address and resolve quality issues, providing technical input and guidance on process improvements at suppliers.
• Drive pro-active QM mindset in BU.
• Cooperate with Sales and Engineering on product development and define process parameters to ensure supplier process capability.
• Work with global team to improve Supplier Quality Management system.
• Drive Quality Assurance Agreements with Suppliers and execute accordingly.
• Supplier evaluation based on historical performance with purchasing and release score.
• Supplier audit, including potential supplier audit, annual audit, product and process audit.
• Take responsibility for quality activities concerning quality assurance of purchased parts.
• APQP support for supplier part, regarding OTS and PPAP work, project audit for supplier.
• Support supplier development based on customer and business requirements.
• Apply Cp/Cpk, SPC, R&R, 8D to analyze and improve supplier quality.

Skills

Quality management

Supplier quality

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

8D

5 Why

SPC

FMEA

Job description

We are a leading chemical company, with the best teams developing intelligent solutions for our customers, and for a sustainable future.

We connect and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to progress.

Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, orientation, and background. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

About The Role

• Ensure all QM rules in accordance with ISO9001 / IATF16949 / ISO14001 / ISO 45001 / VDA / AIAG procedures
• Address and resolve quality issues, providing technical input and guidance on process enhancements and improvements at suppliers
• Drive pro-active QM mindset in BU

How You Will Do It

• Cooperate with Sales and Engineer team on product development and jointly define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements (Focus on critical products, critical processes or critical suppliers)
• Work with global team to improve Supplier Quality Management system
• Drive "Quality Assurance Agreements" (QSV) with Suppliers and execute accordingly
• Supplier evaluation is based on historical performance together with purchasing and release score to supplier regularly.
• Supplier audit, including potential supplier audit, annual audit, product and process audit and assess their practices and procedures and identify areas for improvement
• Take responsibility for the overall quality activities concerning quality assurance of purchased parts, monitor supplier performance, validate supplier 8D report and collect failure cost to support procurement for compensation
• Project supplier nomination procedure engagement based on supplier quality and capacity assessment.
• Check and approve product drawing and release to supplier
• Project APQP support for supplier part, regarding OTS and PPAP work, project audit for supplier.
• Support on supplier development based on customer and business requirements.
• Apply quality tools e.g. Cp/Cpk, SPC, R&R, 8D to analyze and improve supplier quality performance
• Supplier changes are managed and approved based on quality, cost savings, and customer requirements.
• Cooperate with the other QM functions to improve customer satisfaction
• Work together with delegated procurement to transfer customer CSR to supplier.
• Assist in maintaining Quality Management (QM) documents in accordance with ISO 9001-2015 and IATF 16949-2016 standards. This involves ensuring compliance with the quality management system by keeping all necessary documentation and records up to date and accurate.
• QMS Audit Records: Maintain comprehensive records of both external and internal quality management system audits to demonstrate compliance and facilitate continuous improvement. Assist in compiling customer-specific QMS requirements, including supporting the implementation and maintenance of customer special Quality status related requirements. Participate in Manufacturing Site Assessment audits, monitor and maintain periodic customer audit scores, and fulfill other customer-specific quality requirements. Oversee compliance with the Supplier Quality Assurance Manual.

What We Look For

• Bachelor or above on Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in quality functions, including supplier quality and project quality with automotive sector.
• Certificated auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, VDA6.5 or equivalent knowledge.
• Familiar with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5why, SPC, FMEAs, etc.
• Knowledge of injection molding processes, Casting, Machining, and GD&T is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good skills in communication and negotiation.
• Flexible on business trip

Work Location

• Godrej One - Mumbai