Supplier Quality Management Component Introduction Engineer

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching up to 6%

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Fort Mill, SC—Schaeffler is seeking a Supplier Quality Management Component Introduction Engineer to monitor KPIs, manage pre-serial supplier activity, and drive continuous improvement in quality and supplier performance. You will coordinate introductions, conduct audits, and support cost-efficient resolutions while ensuring adherence to Schaeffler standards.

The role requires a strong quality background, ISO/IATF/AS standards knowledge, and hands-on experience with quality tools plus project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality or related field (or 5+ years in automotive/industrial quality with no degree).
• 5+ years in project management focusing on quality or supplier quality in manufacturing/engineering.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and AS 9100.
• Proficiency with 8D, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plan, 5S, Lean, and VDA methods.
• Excellent communication, analytical, team-focused and accountable.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report KPIs and follow up on countermeasures.
• Escalate risks to quality, deadlines, or production readiness promptly.
• Manage suppliers and components through pre-serial phase from sourcing to launch handover.
• Coordinate component introduction with suppliers meeting deadlines and specs.
• Conduct supplier component reviews and report CI status to SQP.
• Drive actions to prevent production jeopardy, incl. prototypes with deviations.
• Perform onsite supplier audits (Run@Rate, capacity, VDA 6.3) and approve M4 samples.
• Handle supplier complaints and support cost management during CI.

Skills

Quality standards

Project management

Quality tools

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

AS 9100

FMEA

APQP

PPAP

Lean

VDA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field

Job description

Supplier Quality Management Component Introduction Engineer

Location: Fort Mill, SC, US, 29715

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and report relevant KPIs/PIs, including defining and following up on countermeasures where needed.
• Initiate escalation processes in a timely manner when risks to quality, deadlines, or production readiness arise.
• Manage assigned suppliers and components throughout the pre-serial phase, from sourcing and feasibility commitment to safe launch handover.
• Coordinate component introduction with suppliers, ensuring deadlines, technical requirements, and Schaeffler standards are met.
• Conduct supplier component reviews and keep the CI status documented and regularly reported to SQP.
• Drive actions that prevent any jeopardy to production, including special releases for prototypes and samples with deviations from drawings.
• Perform onsite supplier audits, such as Run@Rate, capacity verification, and VDA 6.3 process audits, and ensure full approval of M4 initial samples.
• Handle supplier complaints and support complaint cost management throughout the CI phase.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field; or 5+ years of experience in quality or supplier quality roles within the automotive or industrial sector in lieu of degree
• At least 5 years of experience in project management with a focus on quality, supplier quality, or a comparable role in manufacturing or engineering environments
• Strong knowledge of quality management standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and AS 9100
• Solid command of quality core tools and methods, such as 8D, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plan, 5S, Lean Production, and VDA equivalents
• Confident communicator with an analytical, structured, and team-oriented working style, along with flexibility, assertiveness, and a strong sense of accountability
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and developmentprograms.Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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