Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description Job Description Job Description Part and Supplier Development Engineer ensures that Supplier Quality systems, processes and build capabilities meet the design intent of the customer and are compliant with the end customer’s needs. Primary Responsibilities  Lead supplier APQP of different projects.  Support new program launches, supplier localization, resourcing projects…etc.  Conduct various supplier related audits on potential, new and current suppliers, Supplier Capability Assessments, Run-at-Rates, Manufacturing Capability Audits, Control Plan Audits, etc., and take necessary actions as required.  Monitor supplier performance (Incidents, PPM’s and Delivery issues) and develop / implement effective action plans to improve poor performing suppliers.  Review of supplier PPAP’s and 8D’s (5-Why).  Support Cost Recovery process with suppliers.  Coordinate Supplier Change Requests.  Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification; review CS1/CS2 containment process implementation at supplier).  Provide leadership during investigations of major problems and or special projects focusing on developing working relationships with suppliers and the supply chain with regard to product development and procurement of parts  Provide technical expertise and leadership to sourcing and development of suppliers with respect to technology, performance, quality, cost, logistics and delivery  Drive cost effective improvements, minimize waste Years of Experience  5-10 years of experience in Part and Supplier Development Degree Preferred  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent – Engineering Desired Competencies, Experience, Qualifications  Proficient in ISO/TS 16949 and IATF.  Proficient in problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Drill Deep and Wide, Six Sigma…etc).  Manufacturing experience related to Front End Modules and other automotive assembly operations will be an asset  Proficient in AIAG core tools:

PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA and SPC.  Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  Self-motivated, drives for improvement and possesses strong communication skills.  Strong analytical experience and data modeling  Ability to multitask and manage several projects and assignments simultaneously  High sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines  Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work product is critical  Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal Company Description Branex Group is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI and is a certified Women’s owned business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We have a leadership team with over 30 years of experience and a proven track record of growth within the staffing industry. Branex Group was founded to fill the void that regional and national companies have due to a large client base, ultimately resulting in a limited talent pool.

Ironically in the staffing industry, the longer that you have been in business and the more clients that you have, the fewer companies you are able to recruit candidates from due to contractual obligations.

Because of an unemployment rate at nearly 0% in the technical field this has created an obstacle for some of the most successful staffing companies and hurt the hiring goals of clients that engage them. Company Description Branex Group is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI and is a certified Women’s owned business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We have a leadership team with over 30 years of experience and a proven track record of growth within the staffing industry. Branex Group was founded to fill the void that regional and national companies have due to a large client base, ultimately resulting in a limited talent pool.

Ironically in the staffing industry, the longer that you have been in business and the more clients that you have, the fewer companies you are able to recruit candidates from due to contractual obligations.

Because of an unemployment rate at nearly 0% in the technical field this has created an obstacle for some of the most successful staffing companies and hurt the hiring goals of clients that engage them.