GM Energy Supplier Quality Engineering Lead
Warren, OH - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
At General Motors our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen but to be felt. Were turning todays impossible into tomorrows standard from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design intelligent software and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day our products move millions of peopleas we aim to makedriving safer smarter and more connected shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role
As a GM Energy Quality Engineering Lead you will execute the APQP process reviewing program progress mitigating risks and protecting GM Energy customers. You will assure supplier compliance with PPAP Control Plans FMEA and Run at Rate requirements while leading root cause analysis and driving corrective actions cross-functionally. The successful candidate will own the outcome engage directly in the details and move with urgency one who assumes accountability learns from setbacks and adjusts course to support broader business objectives.
What Youll Do (Responsibilities)
Execute APQP with assigned suppliers to meet or exceed program milestones
Conduct Program Reviews and escalate issues with a bias for action
Ensure the supply base adheres to GME standards and processes contain out-of-standard conditions
Drive quality issue resolution cross-functionally with a commitment to the customer at the center of every decision
Analyze warranty returns to identify trends and drive short-term containment and long-term corrective actions focused on improving customer experience
Proactively engage in emerging issues regardless of whether responsibility falls within your defined role
Evening hour availability to bridge the 12-hour time zone gap working with international suppliers
Build strong supplier partnerships establish trust lead as one team influence without direct authority and navigate cultural and language differences with patience and inclusivity
Speak fearlessly address challenging situations with candor and hold stakeholders accountable through direct respectful communication
Lead issue resolution tracking utilizing the PRTS system
Leverage data analytics to identify opportunities that enhance the quality and safety of GM Energy products
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelors degree with a technical focus (Engineering Applied Mathematics Chemistry Physics etc.)
3 years in Quality or Engineering applicable to automotive production or EV chargers/adapters
Proficiency in print reading part measurement gage design and function
Comprehension of GD&T manufacturing/assembly processes and statistical quality control
Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and apply sound technical judgment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across all levels of the organization
Evidence of strong character win with integrity honesty accountability and trust
What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
5 years in Quality or Engineering applicable to automotive production or EV chargers/adapters
Experience in circuit board manufacturing or other electrical components (preferred)
Leadership skills with experience mentoring coaching or informally leading others preferred
Supplier quality experience in Asia with cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills
Willingness to innovate and embrace change think strategically connect quality work to larger initiatives and demonstrate high learning agility
Ability to distill complex technical information clearly across language and cultural barriers
Demonstrated passion and attention to detail prepared to speak to direct personal involvement in driving outcomes
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
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