Sr. Supplier Quality Development Engineer

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Mission of the Position:

Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQDE) ensures process standardization with respect to launch programs by supporting Supplier Constraint Management and SQDE projects principally in Magna Powertrain (MPT) North America (NA) Driveline Systems. The individual will ensure compliance while focusing on production controls logistics and flawless launch initiatives for MPT NA Driveline System Programs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct various supplier related audits on potential new and current suppliers to Magna Powertrain: Supplier Capability Assessments Run-at-Rates Manufacturing Capability Audits Control Plan Audits etc. and take necessary actions as required.

- Monitor supplier performance (Incidents PPMs COPQ) and develop / implement effective action plans to improve poor performing suppliers.

- Ability to identify supplier improvements (process quality system etc.) and ensure effective actions are taken to improve KMIs.

- Support supplier initiated change requests.

- Support manufacturing locations on supplier related performance issues (conduct 8D verification review containment process).

- Support new program launches supplier localization resourcing projects etc.

- Monitor and confirm supplier achievement in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

- Ensure the supplier is consistently achieving First Time Quality (FTQ) targets.

- Assess supplier staff turnover rate and its potential impact on quality and delivery.

- Validate the supplier staffing strategy to ensure sufficient and competent staffing levels.

- Confirm the availability and adequacy of tools and equipment at the suppliers site.

- Verify the effectiveness and timeliness of the suppliers maintenance practices.

- Guarantee the suppliers awareness and adherence to Magnas specific requirements.

- Oversee the suppliers on-time delivery performance.

- Confirm the suppliers use of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and its impact on performance.

- Validate the suppliers implementation and management of 5S principles.

- Support and adhere to policies procedures and operational guidelines related to the established quality management system (IATF).

- Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality efficiency and reduce cost.

Customers and Business Interfaces:

- MPT OEMs

- MPT Suppliers

- MPT Manufacturing Plants

- MPT Program Management

- MPT Launch Management

- MPT Quality

Requirements and Qualifications:

- Bachelors Degree required.

- Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial or Electrical) preferred.

- Self-motivated drives improvement strong communication skills.

- 3 to 10 years of experience in Supplier Quality Development.

- 6 to 10 years of experience in Aluminum Castings Iron Castings Forgings Electronics Stampings Powder Metal Fasteners or Injection Molding is a plus.

- 2 to 4 years of experience in Plant Operations.

- Experience in Metallurgical/Metals background.

- Proficient in problem solving (8D 5-Why Drill Deep and Wide Shainin Six Sigma etc.).

- Manufacturing experience in molding stamping assembly rubber extrusions and plating.

- Proficient in AIAG core tools: PPAP APQP Control Plans FMEA MSA and SPC.

- Proficient in Word Excel and PowerPoint.

- Understanding of Industrial Engineering principles/tools including: VSM Takt-Time OEE Maintenance KPIs Plant Layout Material Flow Safety and HR.

- Understanding of production controls and logistics.

- Customer specific requirements/certifications: VDA 6.3 & 6.5 BIQS ANPQP IATF.

Magna Standards:

Practice and maintain integrity while following Magnas Charter and Constitution.

Follow Magnas Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.

Supports and adheres to policies procedures and operational guidelines related to established quality

management system (IATF 16949).

Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality efficiency and reduce cost.

Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.

Health & Safety responsibilities:

o Understand applicable Environmental Health & Safety policies and procedures in the

workplace.

o Report unsafe conditions immediately.

o Report injuries accidents illnesses near misses property damage immediately.

o Follow safety rules.

o Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.

o Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.

Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external

customers.

Treat everyone with dignity trust and respect.

Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Comply with Magnas information and data protection policies.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this

position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.

This job description reflects the core elements of a position. There may be additional requirements based on local laws and regulations which could be attached as an addendum.

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