Job Title - Mechanical/Maintainance Engineer III Location - Detroit, MI 48239 Duration - 18 Months (possible Conversion) Shift - 7 AM - 4 PM (1st Shift)
Job Description
Work with the supplier to ensure supplier performance is regularly reported and that appropriate and timely corrective actions are implemented.
Manage timely resolution of supplier technical issues to ensure uninterrupted supply to production
Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting customer existing or new requirements.
Documents activities related to investigation, disposition, and resolution to quality complaints.
Conduct supplier audits to confirm product conformity, or drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement.
Monitor, communicate and improve key supplier quality KPI’s, including DPPM, Quality
Complaints, and capacity to support OTS (On Time Ship) compliance.
Lead or support effort to establish specific short / long-term supplier quality goals.
Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances.
Work to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply.
Interface and support cross functional business units on topics relating to supplier quality.
Oversee containment actions at the supplier to mitigate the impact of quality issues to client
Domestic and international travel (expected 30-50%)
Education & Experience;
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related – mechanical engineer electrical process engineer chemical engineering
1-3 year of related experience
engineering or related – mechanical engineer electrical process engineer chemical engineering -
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to present complex technical topics during meetings with suppliers and client management.
Knowledge of GD&T and MSA. – Machining processes background
Ability to understand metallurgical requirements and interpret reports.
Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-focused mindset.
Understanding of quality problem solving tools such as 8D, 5-why, fishbone, etc.
A customer-focused mindset with the ability to understand and address customer needs and expectations related to supplier quality topics.
Desired Qualifications -
Project management experience
Statistical process control experience
Familiarity with Engine, Axle, and Transmission components
Experience with various manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, injection molding, stamping, & forging.
Experience working with global suppliers and managing quality across different regions and cultures.
8d 5y fishbone diagram – lean process methodology – AIAG industry standard requirements
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 40.00/hr.
