Supplier Quality Engineer MB Vans

Tasks

General

• Collaborate with peers and interfaces in China and globally.
• Prepare relevant data and support reporting.
• Complete tasks and projects assigned by supervisors.

Supplier Management

• Support suppliers in using preventive quality methods, process capability and production processes to ensure high part quality and continuous improvement.
• Conduct potential analyses, supplier audits and process approvals; evaluate and develop supplier capability.
• Participate in supplier selection and conduct supplier evaluations.
• Propose and implement process modifications and continuous improvement measures.
• Manage interdisciplinary task-force teams across procurement, development, logistics, production and quality functions.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and drive continuous improvement.

Degree of Maturities for Assigned Parts

• Evaluate design concepts and new developments regarding quality and producibility.
• Define quality targets and coordinate with functional and module groups.
• Arrange and monitor process specifications and approve component quality specifications.
• Plan and conduct supplier audits and process approvals, evaluate results and communicate recommendations.

Initial Sampling

• Coordinate and monitor sampling processes for new types and series projects.
• Define quality requirements and testing procedures with suppliers.
• Initiate and monitor design changes when problems occur.
• Ensure test reports, releases and documentation meet quality standards.

Quality Issue Resolution

• Handle internal and supplier complaints during the startup of new type and series projects.
• Define sustainable corrective measures and monitor implementation.
• Set and monitor supplier target agreements where necessary.
• Ensure process reviews through internal and supplier process audits.

Quality Data

• Prepare quality data for assigned parts and ensure information is available for reports.
• Collect, process and update information from development, procurement, production, sales and logistics.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; master's degree preferred.
• Quality auditor certification preferred.
• At least 10 years of automotive or comparable quality or manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in supplier quality management.
• Experience in at least two areas including exterior, interior, chassis, powertrain, e-powertrain or EE components; integrated software experience is a plus.
• Expert knowledge of VDA and IATF 16949.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent English; German is a plus.

Benefits

Benefits include employee events, flextime, possible hybrid work, health benefits, mobility offers, employee discounts, possible parking, an in-house doctor, good public transport, a barrier-free workplace, and a canteen and café.