MUST be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MUST be available to start working within 3 weeks of offer acceptance date.

SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is assisting a major automotive OEM in hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer, Chassis & Vehicle Dynamics to join our growing team in Greensboro, NC or Hagerstown, MD.

This is a DIRECT hire opportunity, NOT a Contractual role.

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits plan including comprehensive relocation package, and great opportunities for career growth!

This Supplier Quality Engineer will perform quality assurance activities of purchased items within project phase with the objective of monitoring and guiding suppliers to define and establish processes that can deliver parts according to the agreed specifications on a consistent basis. You are responsible for the industrialization of products from sourcing phase through PPAP approval and will manage a portfolio of suppliers within the Chassis & Vehicle Dynamics segment.

Responsibilities

• Perform supplier auditing and quality assurance activities of purchased items within projects for Chassis & Vehicle Dynamics, with the objective of monitoring and guiding suppliers to define and establish processes that can deliver parts according to the agreed specifications.
• Be responsible for the industrialization of products from sourcing phase through PPAP approval, tracking and monitoring the entire APQP process along the way.
• Manage a portfolio of suppliers, including travel approximately 50-75%.
• Participate and contribute during design and technical specification and manufacturing feasibility reviews with suppliers.
• Review tool design practices with suppliers, providing input as needed.
• Lead review of Control Plan, securing product and process characteristics are included.
• Promote best practices for automated process control, mistake proof, automatic inspection, and segregation of defective parts in production process.

• 3 or more years of supplier quality or quality experience from the automotive industry.
• Experience in APQP/PPAP.
• Continuous improvement and zero-defect mentality.
• Ability to create networks, collaborate, and lead cross-functional activities within multi-cultural teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field is an advantage.

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.