Supplier Quality Engineer at Tokai Rika Group

Plymouth, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field
7+ years of experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role
Willingness to work at internal manufacturing sites and supplier plants
Willingness to travel daily and be flexible to travel to various locations
Willingness to travel up to 50% overnight

Responsibilities

Conducts various audits with key suppliers and evaluate the risk
Takes lead role in evaluations of suppliers for conformance to Tokai Rika quality standards
Acts as a point of contact for suppliers to improve quality system and meet Tokai Rika quality standards
Interacts with internal Engineers, Managers, and Suppliers to investigate and analyze quality issues, verify countermeasures and follow up on issue resolution both internally and with suppliers
Applies knowledge of problem solving techniques and root cause analysis to resolve complex issues
Mentors suppliers on correct application of problem solving / quality tools and manufacturing process control items
Develop, maintain, and improve processes and systems at suppliers to ensure compliance with customer and internal quality standards and expectations; identify and assist in the resolution of systemic quality problems
Audit, review, and evaluate systems and processes at suppliers and internal manufacturing plants to ensure quality standards are maintained
Collaborate with focused suppliers and/or develop, implement, and improve their quality standards and manufacturing practices by using Tokai Rika training materials
Submit various audit reports to Senior management at TRAM and Tokai Rika Japan
Collaborate with suppliers and/or internal manufacturing sites to establish concerted understanding of quality standards and expectations for materials, components, and goods produced
Translate Tokai Rika expectations to suppliers in order to avoid critical defects
Audit, evaluate, and implement improved sampling and testing procedures for both supplier and internal manufacturing sites to meet Tokai Rika quality standards
Collaborate with suppliers and internal manufacturing sites to develop and implement modifications to work areas, processes, component and product specifications, material specifications, and testing and inspection procedures which provide compliance with quality standards
Collect, compile, analyze, and evaluate quality data and prepare reports and presentations for internal and external audiences
Assist in coordination with the plant side during investigations of customer claims in order to identify and resolve quality problems; provide technical advice and assistance to suppliers
Support warranty team on warranty claims investigation for root cause analysis and corrective actions implementation on gemba; get clean point date from the plants to allow the warranty team to submit all necessary information on QMIS to close FQPRs’ and any other kind of customer request for investigation
Perform other work as assigned by Quality Management

Skills

Supplier Audits

Root Cause Analysis

Problem Solving

Quality Standards

Manufacturing Processes

Process Control

Quality Systems

Risk Evaluation

Audit Reporting

Sampling Procedures

Testing Procedures

Tokai Rika Group

Manufactures automotive components for OEMs

About Tokai Rika Group

TRAM, Inc. is recognized for its specialized manufacturing of crucial automotive components, including key systems, shift levers, and safety products, catering to both domestic and Japanese manufacturers. This focus on essential safety and security systems positions the company at a strategic point within the automotive supply chain. The firm's commitment to quality and safety in product development offers a robust environment for employees who are passionate about automotive innovation and contributing to road safety enhancements.

47200 Port St, Plymouth, MI 48170, USAHeadquarters

1986Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

HardwareIndustries

51-200Employees