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Job Title:

Plant Supplier Quality Engineer

Pay Grade:

T2

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Offers leadership as a liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Operations, and Suppliers to resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support. Supports investigation of supplier quality problems and coordinates implementation of effective and timely resolutions.Communicates supplier part quality issues. Coordinates containment activities to minimize supplied part quality impact to the plants.   Provides leadership for formal problem solving (8D's) containment, root cause, and corrective action documentation.  Coordinates supplier scheduling of formal 8D report outs either at Allison or via teleconference.Ensures required supplier quality documentation is organized and retained according to corporate guidelines.Reviews and audits supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.  Summarizes, reports, and presents audit results. Assists in the implementation and monitoring of advanced quality planning with selected future product suppliers, as required.  For selected suppliers, validates supplier design of product and processes utilizing the automotive standard, AIAG PPAP process (Automotive Industry Action Group Production Part Approval Process).  Implements and monitors part conformance. Improves quality performance of supplier by conducting workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a quality system, or other technical support required.  Posts, calculates, and analyzes routine statistical data. Manages ongoing relationships and resolves conflicts as needed.   Adheres to corporate purchasing policies and procedures. Assures accurate and timely records are maintained within various systems, including Supplier Problem Solving activities (8Ds), submission of Cost Recovery (CR) notices, SAP ERP and online Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).Maintains a physical presence in the workplace. 

Key Performance Measures

SafetyProductivityQualityResponsivenessCost

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written format in cross-functional environmentsAbility to organize, plan, document tasks and prioritize workStrong interpersonal skills to work effectively with othersStrong analytical capability where problems are complexWide degree of creativity and latitudeWorking knowledge of AIAG Core Tools – APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control PlansWorking knowledge of the automotive industry problem solving tool – 8DKnowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes.Knowledge of gaging techniques.Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).Familiar with Purchasing / Global Supply Chain concepts.Preferred Certifications:ASQ certified Quality Engineer (CQE)IATF 16949 Auditor CertificationCertified Six Sigma Black Belt Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

Experience

3 or more years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Scope

Manages assignments and workload with a reasonable level of autonomy; daily tasks are typically self-directed and associated priorities are generally self-determined. Performs a variety of complex tasks, with a reasonable scope of work and span of control expected of an individual at this career level.

Travel Requirements

Up to 50%

Primary Location:

Auburn Hills, MI

Additional Locations:

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