About this role
Position Summary: Control and monitor supplier quality parts and systems to drive continuous improvement in an automotive manufacturing environment. Essential Functions: Implement the quality activities for assigned suppliers. Perform the planned activities for part approval and improvement effectively and efficiently. Monitor vendors to supply high quality parts to production lines continuously. Review and interpret statistical information and reports in order to draw conclusions regarding current production efficiency and quality. Develop testing and inspection methods for assigned suppliers and parts. Claim defective parts from suppliers and request improvements. Serve as liaison between suppliers and various HMMA departments. Write detailed reports on quality issues. Communicate effectively at various levels within the organizations. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers. Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements. Meet all other requirements as assigned Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering or equivalent preferred Related Experience: 0 – 10 years job related experience preferred. Automotive quality experience desired. Quality casting experience Skills / Knowledge: MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint SAP desired Fundamental understanding of gasoline engine theory and function preferred Additional Information: Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.