Supplier Quality Engineer - Interiors
General Motors

Auburn Hills, Michigan

Posted in Automotive


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Job Description

About the Supplier Quality Engineer 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 the suppliers to resolve supplier manufacturing and quality issues, implement, and monitor advanced quality planning systems, and provide technical support throughout the lifecycle of a particular commodity.

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for:

  • 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 new vehicle.
  • Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
  • 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

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical preferred) or an equivalent Technical Degree such as Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics is acceptable
  • Minimum 3 years experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing.
  • Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment and facilities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
  • Demonstrated 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.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% (domestic and international).

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 interior quality, manufacturing or engineering functions, including demonstrated experience and capability in any of the following areas:
1) Statistical Problem Solving (Red X, DFSS, DMAIC).
2) Product Engineering
3)Lean Manufacturing and or Manufacturing Quality.
4) Manufacturing, Process and or Tool Engineering.
5) Quality Systems Planning (APQP), including PPAP.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.


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