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 *Please only apply if you currently live in the Bay Area or you are planning on relocating - we do not provide relocation assistance*
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Title:
 
 Plant Supplier Quality Engineer
 
 
 
 Job Type:
 
 Contract - W2
 
 
 
 Contract Length:
 
 6+ months
 
 
 
 Target Start Date:
 
 ASAP
 
 
 
 Work Location/Structure:
 
 Hayward, CA - Fully Onsite
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Opportunity:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our client, a leader in autonomous vehicle industry , is looking for a skilled
 
 Plant Supplier Quality Engineer
 
 to join their team for a 6+ month engagement. This project involves protecting the assembly line by ensuring all incoming supplier-provided components meet quality specifications at the point of use. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated, proactive professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities &amp; Deliverables:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:
 
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 Assembly Line Protection &amp; Containment:
 
 Act as the first responder to all supplier material quality issues identified on the assembly line, immediately implementing containment activities (e.g., sort, rework, scrap, Stop Shipment) to prevent line disruptions.
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 Non-Conformance Management (NCM):
 
 Own the in-plant disposition of non-conforming materials. Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports, ensuring proper segregation, identification, and disposition of affected parts.
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 Problem Solving &amp; Corrective Action:
 
 Lead Corrective Actions for in-plant supplier quality issues, partnering directly with the Manufacturing, Vehicle Engineering, and the Supplier Quality Engineer that manages the supplier site.
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 Part Quality Metrics:
 
 Be responsible for analyzing and reporting the in-plant supplier quality metrics, including line fallout rates, non-conformance trends, and containment effectiveness to leadership.
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 Continuous Improvement:
 
 Identify systemic quality risks based on in-plant failures and collaborate with the SQE team to improve upstream processes (APQP, PPAP) and prevent recurrence.
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 Required Skills &amp; Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:
 
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 5+ years of experience in a Plant Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Supplier Quality role within a high-volume manufacturing environment (Automotive, Aviation, or similar industries are preferred).
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 Deep expertise in Problem-Solving Techniques (e.g., 8D, Six-Sigma, Fish Bone Analysis, 5 Whys, and statistical analysis) and Core Quality Tools (e.g., Process Flow Diagrams, Process FMEAs, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA). This isn't a learning role&mdash;you need to be a subject matter expert.
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 Demonstrated experience in a production plant environment with a strong understanding of assembly line operations and the impact of material quality on production flow.
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 Familiarity with supplier quality processes such as APQP and PPAP is beneficial, with a focus on evaluating their effectiveness based on in-plant performance.
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 Solid knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&amp;T) for rapid part assessment.
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 Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team and partner cross-functionally.
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 Minimum Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
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Plant Supplier Quality Engineer

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