Sr. Eng, Supplier Quality

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Responsibilities:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) works with Suppliers in a partnership environment utilizing Continuous Improvement based procedures, tools and methodologies to develop the Supplier in support of corporate and divisional quality objectives.  In parallel, the SQE works collectively with the Supplier and cross-functional project teams on new and existing products to review and verify Supplier process capability in alignment with product design requirements and application intent.  Formulates and/or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures and development of quality standards.   Assists internal and external contacts to resolve product and process problems.  Investigates and solves manufacturing-related problems in assigned area using formal problem-solving tools.  Analyzes and develops suppliers’ products to obtain maximum productivity and reviews performance in operation and provides suggestions for improvement.  Researches, recommends, implements and administers new and/or existing quality assurance processes.  May supervise and provide work direction to other staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Understanding of supplier quality development engineering practices, principles, processes, commodity manufacturing / process knowledge, etc.; 3-5 years of relevant experience.  Previous experience in automotive industry
• Must be able to utilize standard measuring equipment and specialized equipment such as gages
• Strong knowledge in PCB board assembly and fabrication is an asset.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor devices and their characteristics is an asset.
• Capability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc
• Advanced knowledge of FMEA’s, APQP, PPAP, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)
• Demonstrated ability to work on long-term assignments, broad in nature.  Must be able to work independently with some latitude for unviewed action or decision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage several large and complex projects simultaneously.  Must have experience with past projects.  Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others through support, training, etc. 
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new products, materials, processes, etc. and present information.
• Minimal travel occasionally required (10-20%).
• Experience in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
• Proven experience working with cross functional teams to complete daily tasks and projects.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other employees.
• Knowledge/experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Advanced problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot issues (8D, 5 Why, etc.), performing reviews and FMEA's

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Own and Lead Supplier 8D’s on all supplier product issues in an urgent and timely manner.
• Effective and timely communication with Suppliers on issues regarding their Product Quality.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues
• Work with the supplier directly, create correction action plans to address process failures
• Lead implementation of all Containment activities in plant. (Supplier Related)
• Engage and support Advanced Team as required during new launch transition phase.
• Support new product launches to ensure that supplier quality meets the required standards