We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Supplier Development & APQP to lead supplier readiness activities for new product launches, supplier development initiatives, APQP execution, PPAP approvals, supplier performance improvement, and risk mitigation within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about quality, supplier development, problem solving, and driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead Supplier APQP activities from supplier nomination through launch and production stabilization.
- Drive supplier readiness assessments for new programs, transfers, engineering changes, and product launches.
- Manage PPAP submissions, approvals, and supplier qualification processes.
- Conduct supplier audits, readiness reviews, capacity evaluations, and process assessments.
- Develop and execute supplier improvement plans to enhance quality, capability, and delivery performance.
- Monitor supplier performance metrics including PPM, audit results, customer concerns, delivery performance, and risk indicators.
- Lead supplier corrective action processes using SCAR, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, and other problem-solving methodologies.
- Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality teams to ensure successful program launches.
- Support supplier escalation and recovery activities to protect customer satisfaction and business continuity.
- Promote compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field.




- Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Supplier APQP, PPAP management, or a similar automotive quality role.
- Strong knowledge of Automotive Core Tools:
- APQP
- PPAP
- PFMEA / AIAG-VDA FMEA
- Control Plans
- SPC
- MSA

- Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance improvement initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving skills utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T;, specifications, and validation requirements.
- Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
- Advanced or intermediate English communication skills.
- Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

- VDA 6.3 Auditor certification.
- Experience with Run-at-Rate evaluations and process capability analysis.
- Knowledge of Minitab or other statistical analysis tools.
- Experience in supplier development within Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environments.

What You'll Bring

- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to influence without direct authority.
- Excellent communication and supplier relationship management skills.
- Results-driven mindset with a proactive and preventive approach to quality.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- English prociency required.

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to work with general automotive suppliers.
- Exposure to new product launches and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Professional development within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
- Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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📌 SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER (Guanajuato)
🏢 Colonial Group
📍 Guanajuato