Henniges Automotive is looking for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer at the Corporate office located in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer develops, plans, directs, monitors, and drives continuous improvement and corrective action activities related to product and process development at high risk or key suppliers.

Qualifications/Requirements

Attend meetings or on-site reviews with suppliers supporting Henniges product and process development systems and customer requirements.
Build a working relationship of integrity and trust with the supplier and clear lines of communication to Henniges plants, engineering, and purchasing functions.
Keep organized and updated open issues lists of non-resolved or potential problems based on product and process reviews and audits.
Lead (supplier development) or monitor root cause analysis of product or process failures through SPC or other data analysis methods.
Evaluate and approve gauge designs and dimensional schemes for product and process control. Evaluation includes Gauge R&R to AIAG requirements.
Write clear and detailed reports for management review.
Perform on-site quality system and supplier audits in support of purchasing selecting new suppliers.
Review, evaluate, and identify process variation or poor manufacturing concepts and /or execution for corrective action through supplier on-site visits. Implement required action or containment.
Create and maintain all required documents per Henniges's quality management system.
Maintain a professional relationship and appearance within different countries and cultures.
Performs other such duties as required.
Up to 50% North America travel, US & Canada as main countries.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States indefinitely.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Education

Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, related field or equivalent experience.
VDA 6.3 – Certified Process Auditor, IATF 16949:2016 Lead Supplier Auditor, Automotive Core Tools
Preferred: Certified Quality Engineer

Experience

Minimum: Knowledge and skills typically acquired through 8 plus years’ of experience in quality with a supply base interface.

Preferred: Previous plant engineering, production, or quality experience. Working with vehicle sealing products and materials.

Skills and Abilities

Well-developed active listening and negotiation skills.
Proficient verbal, written, and presentation skills; communicates clearly, with credibility and confidence.
Communicates effectively (verbally and in writing) with individuals at all levels, inside and outside the company.
Consulting and influencing skills consistent with building relationships and influence parties; may include getting parties to embrace changing expectations and initiatives.
Analytical and problem-solving skills consistent with the ability to identify key issues from a broad range of alternatives and recommend optimal solutions for various situations.
Ability to develop/coordinate cross-functional workgroups and projects, yielding optimal outcomes.
Broad understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, practices, and challenges.
Well-developed organization and planning skills (typically acquired through at least 8 years of experience)
Ability to apply project planning, implementation, and/or continuous improvement principles to affect tangible, positive outcomes (typically acquired through several years of experience in these areas)
Competent in multi-tasking (i.e. the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, issues, or projects that may include high-visibility initiatives and require innovation, teamwork, and planning).
Proficiency in the following software applications: Microsoft Office, sufficient to apply and /or support the application with minimal instruction or guidance.
Promotes an atmosphere conducive to the open exchange of new ideas and alternatives to orthodox approaches.
Ability to work in a team and/or matrixes structure, supporting multiple clients.
Ability to conduct effective/efficient meetings and manage the meeting process with optimal results.

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