Supplier Quality Engineer

The Supplier Quality Engineer will strive to meet plant metrics by driving supplier defects back to the supplier and having them correctly root cause issues and provide permanent corrective actions. The role includes a proactive aspect, interaction with corporate SQ, and collaboration with Resident Engineering and the plant quality and manufacturing teams to achieve FTC, FTQ, throughput, and other quality goals. The engineer drives team success by clarifying expectations, minimizing political hurdles, and demonstrating commitment to results. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and effective communication at all company levels, including senior leadership. Specific Roles & Responsibilities Verify out‑of‑spec conditions reported from the plant floor. Generate reports of out‑of‑spec conditions and contact vendors. Work with production floor and finance to gather costs associated with supplier non‑conformances (NCT or SCAP). Lead or support containment of supplier pass‑through defects to vehicle assembly plants. Lead and manage communication with suppliers for part returns, investigations, and reporting. Write and manage potential non‑conforming tickets, 3CPRs, and GIMs. Daily manage the supplier table for part dispositions. Communicate with production floor to notify of material defects and clean points. Follow up on and verify supplier countermeasures in accordance with WCM philosophy. Develop S&P matrix for assigned suppliers. Prioritize proactive engagement with corporate supplier quality and suppliers for process improvements based on the S&P matrix. Coach, review, and approve proactive 8‑Stage projects with supplier and corporate supplier quality. Complete QA matrix and Kaizen projects to meet plant metrics. Conduct supplier visits to represent plant interests and work toward guaranteeing quality parts. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited university. Major in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (other four‑year engineering or technology degrees with relevant experience may be considered). Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree or higher. Major in Science or Business. Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing (WCM). Experience in the design, testing, manufacture or assembly of powertrains and related components. Process sign‑off experience. Dimensional layout / GD&T expertise. Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience in castings, forgings, stampings, machining, or assembly operations. Knowledge of PPAP, FMEAs, control plans, and capability studies. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. #J-18808-Ljbffr