The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring supplier performance meets quality, delivery, and cost expectations across the Americas region.The role supports supplier qualification, APQP/SPPAP activities, corrective actions, and supplier development initiatives while collaborating with suppliers and cross‐functional teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve quality issues.Role ResponsibilitiesExecute APQP deliverables with suppliers, including process flow, PFMEA, control plans, and readiness reviews.Validate key quality elements such as dimensional results, MSA (GR&R;), and capability (Cp/Cpk) for critical characteristics.Facilitate root‐cause analysis using structured methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
Support escalation of high‐risk supplier issues to senior SQEs and leadership as needed.Assist in executing supplier development plans focused on reducing defects and improving delivery performance.Conduct supplier audits (initial, surveillance, or special cause).
Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams (Engineering, Procurement, Plant Quality).
Support APD (new product development) and ECR (post‐production changes)



activities as assigned.Contribute to regional and general Supplier Quality initiatives – continuous improvement.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).3+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or engineering.Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP/SPPPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, and GD&T.Experience; with root‐cause analysis and corrective action methodologies (8D, 5 Whys).
Ability to travel up to *****% within the region (primarily Mexico).
Advanced English proficiency is required.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with external suppliers in manufacturing environments (plastics, metals, electronics, or assemblies).
Familiarity with automotive or industrial quality standards (IATF *****, VDA 6.3).
Experience supporting audits or supplier assessments.Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent).
Valid visa and passport are preferred.Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.
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📌 Supplier Quality Engineer (Aguascalientes)
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📍 Aguascalientes