Supplier Quality Engineering Chassis, Thermal & HVAC (located at Ramos Arizpe)

Job Description

Execute APQP process with those Suppliers assigned to meet or exceed program work. Execute program reviews to program milestones and escalate issues appropriately. Ensure supply base adheres to GM standards and quality and manufacturing processes are enabled identify out of standards conditions while preventing them to move to the next process or manufacturing site. React to out of standard conditions are work cross functionally to resolve known issues in a timely manner. Travel up to 75% to Supplier Manufacturing sites to ensure robust quality plans are in place. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Description:

The Role:

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will be the technical liaison between GM purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, and our supply base.  In this role, the Supplier Quality Engineer will work with suppliers to resolve supplier manufacturing and quality issues, implement, and monitor advanced quality planning systems, and provide technical support throughout the lifecycle of a commodity and/or component.

What You’ll Do:

• Assuring supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and product PPAP submission and approval requirements.
• Reviewing and approving supplier quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for new components and assemblies for vehicle launch.
• Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems. Assure Manufacturing basics are implemented into supplier process
• Facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues.
• Performing on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues.
• Implementing and monitoring supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate).
• Improving quality performance of suppliers by conducting onsite workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a robust quality system, or other technical support as required.
• Providing technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over and ongoing production activities.

Additional Job Description:

Your Skills & Abilities (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical preferred)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing.
• Desirable 3 years’ experience on HVAC and/ or Thermal processes.
• Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.
• Proficient knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficient knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
• Proficient ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
• Proficient ability to manage multiple projects and lead diverse cross functional teams simultaneously.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (domestic and international).

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master’s degree in business or engineering is a plus.
• Technical and Quality Certifications are a plus.
• Three or more years’ OEM or Tier 1 experience in automotive quality, manufacturing or engineering functions, including demonstrated experience and capability in any of the following areas:
  • Statistical Problem Solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC).
  • Product Engineering
  • Lean Manufacturing and or Manufacturing Quality.
  • Manufacturing, Process and or Tool Engineering.
  • Quality Systems Planning (APQP), including PPAP.

Hybrid:

This position requires working on a GM Site or visiting suppliers.

In case you need any reasonable adjustment to continue with your process, let your recruiter know.

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Diversity and inclusion are our strengths. We respect and value what each individual contribution to our team, including their origin, education, sex, race, ethnic group, sexual orientation, gender expression and / or identity, religious context, age, generation, and disability. We believe that our ability to meet the needs and expectations of an increasingly diverse and global customer base is closely linked to the diversity and inclusion that we experience within General Motors.



GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

The selected candidate will be required to travel at least 50% or more on a frequent basis.



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