Tier 1 Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive) - ATLANTIS, Western Cape

Tier 1 Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive) ATLANTIS, Western Cape Competitive Package on Offer Our client, a highly reputable Global Automotive concern is currently in search of a passionate and focused Supplier Quality Engineer to join their dynamic team. RESPONSIBILITIES Submit and resolve complaints with component suppliers, receiving 8D reports and proposals for corrective measures from them. Prepares complaints for component suppliers. Works with internal and customer quality team to resolve customer complaints. Works with and manages incoming inspection team, blocks non-conforming goods, initiates product separation, and inspects isolation warehouse. Analyses faulty components. Monitors the costs of poor supplier quality, evaluates suppliers. Ensures replacement deliveries, communication with suppliers and liquidation of suspicious pieces. Organizes and prepares classification within the complaint. Responsible for the costs of sorting, summarizing, and transferring the incurred additional costs to the supplier. Responsible for ensuring that suppliers meet specific customer requirements (checks implementation of corrective actions) Collaborates and prepares documents in the case of customer and certification audits. Prepares and conducts a revalidation or VDA 6.3 audit at the supplier. Evaluate the quality of supplies. Act on behalf of the employer in negotiations with suppliers Audit suppliers of purchased materials. Suspend non-conforming or suspect products during goods receipt and storage. Cooperation with internal and customer quality in resolving complaints. Decide on the release of parts that have been suspended within the scope of delegated authority. REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Quality Management / Technical Engineering and / or related degree or diploma is essential 3-5 Years stable and proven Tier 1 Supplier Quality Engineer experience gained within the automotive component or technical engineering industry is required Sound understanding of the motor industry and solid experience in a warehouse environment . Knowledge of and the application of Quality Tools . e.g., SPC FMEA, 8D Problem Resolution Reports, Product & Process Audits Experience of leading suppliers through new model launches Must have a understanding of: PPAP, MSA, APQP, FMEA, SPC Proficiency on MS Office Effective communication skills with suppliers, peers and shop floor, both verbal and written Valid drivers license and own transport

Location: Atlantis, ZA

Posted Date: 5/2/2024