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Job description
Key Responsibilities
Manage supplier quality activities from new product development through production and SOP .
Lead and review APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and Run-at-Rate activities.
Conduct supplier process audits and evaluate manufacturing capability and capacity.
Work directly with suppliers to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions.
Lead 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, and structured root-cause analysis for supplier quality issues.
Support emergency containment, production recovery, and resolution of critical supplier issues.
Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes including machining, casting, stamping, welding, forming, injection molding, and automated assembly .
Monitor supplier performance, quality metrics, corrective actions, and launch readiness.
Review engineering drawings and specifications with strong understanding of GD&T / ASME Y14.5 .
Perform or support MSA, Gauge R&R, SPC, capability studies, and Cpk/Ppk analysis .
Participate in supplier selection, technical sourcing, manufacturing feasibility reviews, and DFM activities.
Support engineering changes, ECN/ECR implementation, and change-management activities.
Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPA) and verify supplier process controls.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Program Management, and suppliers to prevent production disruptions.
Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives across the supply base.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering , or a related field.
5+ years of Supplier Quality / Quality Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering experience .
Strong experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and 8D .
Experience conducting supplier audits and manufacturing process assessments .
Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
Experience reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T .
Experience with supplier development and new product launch activities.
Ability to work cross-functionally with suppliers, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams.
Strong communication and project-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, heavy equipment, or diesel/powertrain manufacturing .
Experience with machining, casting, stamping, welding, plastics, or assembly processes .
Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 quality systems.
Experience with Minitab or similar statistical analysis tools.
Experience with CMM, 3D scanning, CT scanning, or other metrology technologies.
Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.
Supplier Quality experience supporting OEM or Tier 1 manufacturing environments .
Worksite address
columbus, IN, 47201, US
Who can apply
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