Supplier Quality Engineer - Powertrain parts

Kyyba Inc

The Role

Overview

Manage supplier quality and launch of new powertrain parts via APQP/PPAP processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • ppap management
  • eapqp management
  • supplier selection
  • issue resolution
  • launch support
  • supplier training

Tasks

Proactively monitor, manage and escalate significant issues inhibiting Supplier PPAP/launch risks. Develop program specific NTEI file containing pertinent part number information. Load and maintain program information in the eAPQP - Advanced Product Quality Planning System (include late starters, design changes, VPP updates, etc) Aggressively manage and review Phased PPAP status and timing plans to deliver on time Phase PPAP approvals. Arrange cross functional meetings to drive PPAP issues resolution and manage action plans to assure on time PSW approvals Tracking PPAP and Schedule A (External Supplier APQP/PPAP Readiness Assessment) status and submission requirements to the Site STA Organization and Supply Base Drive resolution of supplier quality issues raised through AIMS (Automated Issues Management System). Lead containment, 8D follow up, ICA / PCA activity. In case of AIMS related to carry over parts engage Incoming Quality, Site or Resident STA engineers as necessary Lead Priority supplier selection using GPDS Priority filter, facilitate concurrence with PD (Product Development), Purchasing and Site STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) and notify suppliers Prepare standard documents for all Milestone Reviews, Special Attention Reviews (SAR) and New Model Launch (NML) Assessment. Drive resolution of all YELLOW/RED deliverables with cross functional team members. Lead Supplier Champion Process supplier selection using Supplier Champion filter, facilitate concurrence with PD (Product Development), Purchasing and Site STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) Identify all the New Tooled End Items for the program including Multi-Party Agreements and directed tier 2 suppliers. Support NMP Part Pedigree meetings and develop Parts Pedigree Risk and Industrialization Readiness Assessment prior to each build for review with STA leadership Participate in PAT (Program Activity Team), PST (Program Steering Team) and PMT (Program Module Team) change control meetings. Collaborate with CPMT (Component Program Module Team) leaders and Purchasing Program managers to understand program related changes impacting launch Support Start up Meetings / client, VOCF (Voice of Customer Fleet), Campaign Prevention/Fresh Eyes, Craftsmanship, R202, Hard Rocks, Shortage meetings, White Board reviews Represent and be supplier advocate in Cross-Functional Meetings Train suppliers and cross functional team members, as required, on the Supplier Engagement Process and the APQP/PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) Readiness Assessment Drive on-time PPAP completion through OTG (Open-to-Go) meetings, PPAP timing alignment with eAPQP and communicate PSW status and delinquencies to Site STA and Program Team Provide onsite STA Launch support for Build events (e.g. DCV (Design Completion Verification) builds, PCF / TCB (Part Coordinate Fixture/Trim Coordination Build), etc.) Obtain site codes for each NTEI from Program Purchasing to initiate eAPQP Schedule A submission requests Manage and track on-time completion of GPDS priority supplier team evaluations

Requirements

  • bachelor
  • sta tools
  • launch tools
  • quality management
  • problem solving
  • ppap

What You Bring

Experience Required: Bachelor of Science/ Engineering, or equivalent technical / manufacturing aptitude Knowledge of STA quality tools and systems Knowledge of new model launch tools and systems Skills Required: Quality Management, Problem Solving, PPAP processes , APQP

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665 Work-visa sponsorship Term life Optional Identity theft plan Optional Medical and dependent FSA Medical, dental, vision Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client Voluntary life and disability insurance Optional Pre-paid legal plan

The Company

About Kyyba Inc

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Sector Specialisms

Healthcare

Automotive

State and Local Government

Visa Sponsorship

-work-visa sponsorship offered.