Supplier Quality Engineer, East London
Executive Placements · Mdantsane
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- National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Quality
- Experience within an automotive manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and Customer-Specific Requirements (CSR)
- Demonstrated knowledge of OEM Customer-Specific Requirements (CSR), including Mercedes-Benz Quality Requirements, APQP, PPAP, and customer portal management
- Experience using customer-specific portals and quality systems (Mercedes-Benz START Portal, PIA Portal or equivalent)
- Experience managing supplier audits and supplier performance improvement initiatives
- Qualified Internal Auditor; VDA 6.3 Process Auditor - certification advantageous
- Experience in supplier audits, engineering change management and customer-specific requirements
- Strong knowledge and application of AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why and Root Cause Analysis
- Experience in SAP QM and advanced MS Office and Excel proficiency
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel when required
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
The s uccessful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Supplier Quality Assurance & Performance Management
- Supplier Non-Conformance, Claims & Corrective Action Management
- Incoming Quality Control Management
- Supplier Audit Program Management
- Mercedes-Benz Project Management (START Portal)
- PPAP & Change Management (PIA Portal)
- SAP Quality Management Administration
- Packaging Quality Management (PDS review)
- Reporting & Quality Cost Management
- Quality Management System Compliance with Symbio
- Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
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