Supplier Quality Associate

Description Essential Job Functions: Align with our company culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures by exemplifying our C.L.E.A.R Principles. • Curiosity- look for a better way as a solutions-oriented problem solver. • Leadership- take ownership and be the catalyst of change. • Enthusiasm- be motivated and passionate` about your work. • Accountability- deliver on commitments and act with integrity. • Respect- be present, listen and engage with inclusive open, honest, and direct communication. Responsibilities include: • Perform preliminary reviews of PPAP submissions for completeness and compliance with AIAG and customer-specific requirements. • Support the management of supplier corrective action requests (CARs), including tracking open issues and reviewing 8D reports. • Collaborate with the Supplier Quality / Development Engineer(s) to escalate non-conformance and repeat issues. • Assist in the preparation and execution of supplier audits and performance reviews. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of supplier approvals, scorecards, and audit findings. • Communicate with suppliers regarding quality issues, missing documentation, and deadlines. • Help coordinate and track Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) milestones with suppliers. • Use tools such as 5-Why, Ishikawa (Fishbone Diagrams), and Pareto Analysis for problem-solving support. • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements in all supplier quality activities. • Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to suppliers. • Lead re-sourcing efforts in support of corporate quality, delivery, and productivity goals. Supplier Relationship Management • Establish relationships with various suppliers across all commodities/categories. • Provide technical support to the supplier during the development of new custom and outsourced finished parts. • This includes supporting plastic injection molding, die casting, coatings, outsourced lamps, wiring/harnessing, and electronics components & assemblies. • Work together with the department Supplier Quality / Development Engineers team to help source parts at the appropriate supplier from a technical perspective. • Help coordinate supplier audits and/or self-assessments to assure that the suppliers can produce various parts per the drawing/technical requirements. • Position required compliance with the Technology Control Plan and the Federal Export Control Policy established for the Corporation. Skills: • Strong attention to detail and documentation review. • Basic understanding of quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949). • Effective written and verbal communication. • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of quality systems or ERP software is a plus. • Familiarity with AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, MSA, SPC). • Exposure to GD&T and measurement systems preferred. • Problem-solving skills with experience in corrective action methodologies (8D, 5-Why, etc.). REQUIREMENTS: • Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Quality or a related technical field (bachelor's preferred). • 1 - 3 years in quality or supplier-facing role in the automotive or manufacturing industry.

Created: 2026-03-04