Supplier Quality Engineer

The Supplier Quality Engineer will strive to meet plant metrics by driving the supplier defects back to the supplier and having them correctly root cause the issue and provide permanent corrective actions. Include proactive aspect of job description. Include interaction with corporate SQ. Work alongside Resident Engineering and the rest of the plant quality and manufacturing teams to meet plant metrics of FTC, FTQ, throughput, and the other various Quality goals. Drive team success by clarifying expectations and minimizing political hurdles. Demonstrate commitment to delivering results and champion achievements. Exhibit a willingness to do things differently and consistently translate ideas into actions that deliver results. Possess strong interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment. Display effective communication skills to support meetings at all levels of the company, including senior leadership.

Specific Roles & Responsibilities

• Verify out of spec condition reported from plant floor
• Generate report of out of spec condition and contact vendor
• Work with production floor and finance to gather related costs associated with supplier non-conformances (NCT or SCAP)
• Lead or support containment of supplier pass-thru defects to vehicle assembly plants
• Lead and manage communication with supplier for part returns, investigations and their reporting.
• Write and manage potential non-conforming tickets, 3CPRs and GIMs.
• Daily management of supplier table for part dispositions.
• Communication with production floor for notification of material defects and clean points.
• Follow up and verification of supplier counter measures in accordance with WCM

philosophy.

• Develop S&P matrix (for assigned suppliers)
• Prioritize proactive engagement with corporate supplier quality and suppliers for process improvements in accordance with S&P matrix.
• Coach, review and approve proactive 8 Stage projects with supplier and corporate

supplier quality.

• Complete QA Matrix and kaizen projects to meet plant metrics.
• Pursue supplier visits to represent the plant interest, and work towards guaranteeing quality parts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited university
• 5+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree of higher in science or business
• Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing (WCM)
• Experience in the design, testing, manufacture or assembly of powertrains and its related components
• Process Sign-Off
• Dimensional Layout / GD&T
• Greenbelt / Blackbelt certification
• Language: Bilingual Verbal and written capability for English and Spanish
• Experience in castings, forgings, stampings, machining, or assembly operations
• Knowledge of PPAP, FMEAs, control plans, capability studies

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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