Segment Supplier Quality Senior Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control
In short
The Segment Supplier Quality Senior Engineer will be responsible for identifying supplier risks, defining and implementing supplier process audits, tracking APQP progress, validating PPAP submissions, and managing supplier problem-solving processes. This role also involves owning the 8D and NCM processes from D4 closure and contributing to supplier development and qualification audits.
Responsibilities
- Participate in TFC and Contract Review meetings to identify potential supplier risks.
- Define CLD according to ASM and implement necessary audits to supplier processes during different phases (e.g., PPAP trial run, run at rate).
- Track and check supplier APQP progress and ensure compliance with Autoliv requirements on component quality and timing.
- Define the level of PPAP submission and content details, perform PPAP validation, and ensure correct approval.
- Perform run at rate and early containment of supplier production as per ASM.
- Responsible for supplier problem-solving processes before PPAP moves to the plant.
- Manage the development process of supplier projects for the owned segment.
- Owner of the 8D and NCM process from D4 to closure, including NCM issues from all Divisions.
- Involved in the TFC and CTS process with Purchasing, Engineering, and Suppliers.
- Define the SQP tasks based on the CLD and PPAP level required.
- Follow up on the completion of SQP tasks regarding timing and quality.
- Lead supplier production trial runs and participate in Run at Rate per CLD.
- Perform audits and PFMEA go and see as applicable for new projects.
- Define Incoming Inspection / DAR templates and manage IIP (AS412) at the supplier.
- Owner of the PPAP approval.
- Escalate SQP delays / deviations according to AS404.
- Perform Yokoten within his/her division and initiate global actions with other Segment SQ when applicable.
- Contribute to ALV electronic supplier management procedures, Specific Master PFMEA, and S-MPS creation and governance when assigned.
- Execute supplier audits per AS002 and AS069.
- Support other divisions in terms of supplier onsite activities when requested.
- Manage AS051 supplier rating and appropriate escalation.
- Participate in the qualification audit of new suppliers.
- Conduct on-site process audits (e.g., VDA 6.3, IATF 16949 related requirements) for potential suppliers.
- Drive supplier development.
Requirements
- Experience in supplier quality engineering within the automotive industry.
- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, 8D, NCM, PFMEA methodologies.
- Familiarity with quality standards such as IATF 16949 and audit processes like VDA 6.3.
- Ability to define and implement supplier process audits.
- Experience in conducting supplier development and qualification activities.
- Strong understanding of contract review and TFC processes.
- Experience managing supplier projects and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and escalation skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in supplier problem solving before PPAP.
- Experience with Yokoten and initiating global actions.
- Familiarity with Autoliv specific procedures like AS412, AS007, AS404, AS100, AS002, AS069, AS051.
Benefits
- Opportunities designed to enhance career and personal development.
- New and different perspectives are part of team success.
- Commitment to developing people's skills, knowledge, and creative potential.
- Training and development programs emphasizing technical competency, leadership development, and business management skills.
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