Supplier Quality Engineer

General Motors

Shinagawa Ku, Japan
Hybrid
Supplier quality systems assessment
On-site supplier audits
Apqp and ppap implementation
Work involves functioning as a technical liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement and monitor advanced quality planning, and provide technical support at suppliers

Job Summary

  • Work involves functioning as a technical liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement and monitor advanced quality planning, and provide technical support at suppliers.
  • This function is a key part of General Motors Supplier Quality activities in global, identifying suppliers and working with them to improve performance in quality, service, and price.
  • The role requires assessing supplier quality systems, performing on-site audits, ensuring supplier compliance with GM requirements, and monitoring supplier performance.

Matching Summary

Work involves functioning as a technical liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement and monitor advanced quality planning, and provide technical support at suppliers.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supplier quality systems assessment
  • On-site supplier audits
  • APQP and PPAP implementation
  • Run@Rate process utilization
  • Problem solving tools (8D, Red X)
  • AIAG Core Tools knowledge
  • Print reading and interpretation

Nice-to-have

  • Lead and motivate groups
  • Manage multiple projects
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • High interpersonal skills
  • Drive meaningful change

Key Requirements

  • Proficiency as Supplier Quality Engineer or similar
  • Experience implementing APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate/OEE
  • Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA)
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience
  • Native fluency in Japanese language
  • Proficient English communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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