Detroit Engineered Products · 7 hours ago
Supplier Quality Engineer - exterior ( glass, closures, plastics, stampings, metal trims)
Detroit Engineered Products is a company specializing in engineered solutions, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer with extensive experience in exterior commodity components. The role involves managing plant SQEs, ensuring quality assurance practices, and leading teams to resolve quality issues effectively.
ManufacturingProduct DesignSoftware
Responsibilities
8+ years of plant floor SQE experience in Exterior Commodity components like glass, closures, plastics, stampings, metal trims, Class-A finishes, and assembly processes
3+ years of managing Plant SQEs and Technicians, demonstrating strong leadership and team-building skills
Hands-on expertise in utilizing quality assurance practices and methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams for prompt and effective resolution of quality issues
Clear and effective communication abilities, ensuring quality issues and solutions are well-articulated to both internal teams and external suppliers
Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings and in-depth knowledge of quality standards and specifications in the area of placement
Excellent analytical abilities, technical writing ability, and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, DOE, DFM/A, GD&T, etc.)
Certification preferred - American Society for Quality, Six Sigma Black Belt, etc
Team player with strong interpersonal skills, hands-on and data-driven, creative mindset in problem-solving
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, be part of the solution, and be able to adapt to the dynamic working environment
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Smartsheets, JMP, Minitab, JIRA and Tableau is a plus
Qualification
Required
8+ years of plant floor SQE experience in Exterior Commodity components like glass, closures, plastics, stampings, metal trims, Class-A finishes, and assembly processes
3+ years of managing Plant SQEs and Technicians, demonstrating strong leadership and team-building skills
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering); a Master's degree is preferred
Hands-on expertise in utilizing quality assurance practices and methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams for prompt and effective resolution of quality issues
Clear and effective communication abilities, ensuring quality issues and solutions are well-articulated to both internal teams and external suppliers
Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings and in-depth knowledge of quality standards and specifications in the area of placement
Excellent analytical abilities, technical writing ability, and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, DOE, DFM/A, GD&T, etc.)
Team player with strong interpersonal skills, hands-on and data-driven, creative mindset in problem-solving
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, be part of the solution, and be able to adapt to the dynamic working environment
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred
Master's degree
Certification preferred - American Society for Quality, Six Sigma Black Belt, etc
Working knowledge of Smartsheets, JMP, Minitab, JIRA and Tableau is a plus
Company
Detroit Engineered Products
Detroit Engineered Products is an Engineering Solutions and Product Development company operating globally.
H1B Sponsorship
Detroit Engineered Products has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (15)
2024 (13)
2023 (19)
2022 (20)
2021 (40)
2020 (48)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Deccan Chronicle
2025-04-23
2023-12-25
2023-12-25
Company data provided by crunchbase