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Supplier Quality Engineer I or II – Automotive
Location: Atlanta, GA
Relocation Assistance Offered
Bonus Potential: 2-5% annually
Industry: High-Volume Automotive Manufacturing

A major international manufacturer is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer I or II to join their team at a high-volume production facility located east of Atlanta, GA. This is a great opportunity to work with an industry leader, offering a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, a strong 401K match, and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier SREA changes and review Supplier PPAP documentation with cross-functional teams.

• Analyze supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Develop and maintain inspection and audit standards for incoming materials and products.

• Implement training strategies for Supplier Quality Assurance and inspection teams on testing equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMMs, Vision Systems).

• Improve receiving inspection processes for supplier components.

• Coordinate raw material audits and product inspections across the production process.

• Lead quality improvement projects, root cause analysis, and development of corrective actions.

• Oversee joint analysis of complex supplier issues and monitor 8D submissions.

• Participate in Kaizen and other continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform and maintain internal and supplier CQI assessments (e.g., CQI-9 for heat treat processes).

• Maintain inspection databases and generate quality reports.

• Supervise sorting activities and manage the return process for defective parts.

• Conduct full layout inspections and CpK analysis for special characteristics in compliance with customer requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.

  • Engineer I: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

  • Engineer II: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with SPC, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, capability studies, and measurement tools.

• Background in automotive manufacturing preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Supervisory experience of technical personnel (minimum 2 years preferred).

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Access experience a plus.

• Willingness to travel overnight up to 10% as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Primarily office-based with occasional exposure to manufacturing areas requiring PPE and steel toe shoes.

• Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

If you are a detail-oriented quality professional with a passion for process improvement and supplier development, this position offers the chance to make a direct impact in a fast-paced automotive environment.