Supplier Quality Engineer - Body in White

The Body Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for managing a deck of commodities for the different supplier locations and parts to ensure high quality products are produced and transported to Stellantis Assembly Plants. The SQE will provide on-site launch support at suppliers' facilities to ensure launch readiness as required, leading up to and including program launch. They will also be responsible for assisting and leading post launch continuous improvement activities and provide on-site support at STELLANTIS assembly plants as required. The SQE will also be responsible for working cross functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing to ensure proper designs, suppliers, and manufacturing processes are selected. Typical parts may include any of the following: general stampings, hot stamping, welding, closures, hinges, sealing, vision and lighting, exterior trim, and electro-mechanical parts. Within our Supplier Quality Engineer role, the SQE role will also have direct involvement with the full life cycle of components from early development, sourcing, launch phase and into production.

Job responsibilities include but not limited to:
Perform supplier quality systems and process audits and lead supplier improvement/development programs

Establish close relationships with assigned suppliers and actively drive continuous improvement activities

Initiate and follow-up on corrective actions and verify effectiveness on-site

Participation in launch teams, lead and coordinate APQP/PPAP deliverables for purchased components within the supplier quality group

Lead and support supplier APQP and PPAP activities to ensure all deliverables are being fulfilled

Work with Engineering and Supplier organizations to alleviate discrepancies in product specifications and evaluate cost reduction opportunities

Present program status to management and executive leadership both within and outside of supplier quality

Assist in educating suppliers on STELLANTIS systems and requirements

Develop and manage group personnel

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical, Biomedical/Biomechanical/Bioengineering, Chemical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechatronics

5+ years of work experience in Quality, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing or a related field

Ability to travel up to 40% within the NAFTA region

Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite software

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Body In White Components, Stamping processes, Metal welding

GD&T Knowledge

Green Belt or Black Belt skills (Red X/Shiann)

Strong Conflict Resolution Skills

Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.

As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.