Linamar Corporation · 8 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer
Livonia, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLinamar Corporation is a company that provides design, development, integration, manufacturing, and testing capabilities for vehicle powertrain and driveline systems. The Supplier Quality Engineer will act as a technical liaison between McLaren and its suppliers, focusing on ensuring the quality and on-time delivery of prototype products.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
To provide a means of communications directly with the customer in order to develop and supply a component which meets or exceeds customer requirements
Perform Supplier Assessments (current and potential new suppliers) on the basis of ; Commodity technical capability, risk assessment, process control, sensitivity to timing and pre-production milestones, appropriate use of technology, and engineering capability
Monitor planning and production of prototypes to ensure timeliness to project milestones; includes internal reviews with Purchasing and Engineering, engagement with supplier APQP, measurement strategy, tooling follow up, production and delivery
Assist Engineering & suppliers in the development of prototype control plans and associated documentation
Manager supplier nonconformities using the Corrective Action process
Facilitate problem solving techniques using industry standard methodologies
Cascade McLaren and Customer specific requirements to supplier to ensure comprehension and compliance
Educate and/or train suppliers on best practices
Compile supplier data needed to create Supplier Scorecards
Preparation of reports for Quality Assurance
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality or other related discipline or equivalent experience is required (product engineering preferred)
Minimum 2-year SQE or similar experience in the automotive industry
Knowledge of and experience with AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)
Write quality assurance reports that describe manufacturing problems, corrective actions taken, and preventative measures needed. Proposals are usually written for non-technical audiences
Ability to make presentations to teams to effectively communicate supplier information
Read operating and quality assurance reports to understand technical and operational information about facilities, processes, and equipment
Experience in drawing interpretations and GD&T
Familiarization with gauging, testing, & calibration
Lead and co-ordinate project teams which include other engineers, technologists, suppliers, etc
Proficient with MS Office
Familiar with industry standards (ISO, TS, AIAG, VDA etc.), familiarity with CQI-19 preferred
Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed
Conduct self-directed studies by reading journals and trade publications. Must be aware of new technologies and advances in the engineering field
Preferred
Experience with gears, tooling, manufacturing processes, powertrain components & systems preferred
Metallurgy experience helpful
ASQ membership and CQE certification preferred
Benefits
Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Sustainability Council
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
Company
Linamar Corporation
Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is an advanced manufacturing company where the intersection of leading-edge technology and deep manufacturing expertise is creating solutions that power vehicles, motion, work and lives for the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.03B2022-11-22Post Ipo Debt· $879.3M
2018-01-16Grant· $49M
2015-01-27Grant· $101M
Leadership Team
Jim Jarrell
CEO & President
Recent News
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