Now hiring! Supplier Quality EngineerWyandotte, MIWe are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte, MI.Come create chemistry with us!The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.As a Supplier Quality Engineer, your primary goal is to ensure compliance with Quality Management rules, including ISO standards and procedures, to maintain high-quality operations. You will address and resolve quality issues, provide technical guidance for improving supplier processes, and promote a proactive Quality Management mindset within the Business Unit. By doing so, you will contribute to early detection and resolution of quality problems, supporting overall efficiency while upholding a commitment to quality and operational excellence.As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you create chemistry by
Cooperating with Sales and Engineering teams on product development to define process parameters and criteria, ensuring effective supplier process capability for critical products, processes, and suppliers.
Driving Quality Assurance Agreements (QSV), conducting supplier evaluations, and performing supplier audits to improve supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.
Overseeing quality activities related to purchasedparts, including monitoring supplier performance, validating supplier 8D reports, and collecting failure costs to provide procurement support.
Supporting the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process for supplier parts, including performing OTS and PPAP work, conducting project audits, and engaging in supplier nomination procedures based on quality and capacity assessments.
Assisting in supplier development based on customer and business requirements, as well as utilizing quality tools such as Cp/Cpk, SPC, R&R, and 8D to analyze and enhance supplier quality performance.
Collaborating with the global team to enhance the Supplier Quality Management system, as well as working with other Quality Management functions to improve overall customer satisfaction.
Managing supplier change requests and approvals, considering quality, cost reduction, and customer requirements, while also checking and approving product drawings before releasing them to suppliers.
If you
Hold a Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical engineering or a related engineering field.
Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in supplier quality management (within the automotive industry preferred).
Are a certified auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, VDA6.5, or possess equivalent knowledge and expertise.
Are proficient in quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5why, SPC, FMEAs, etc.
Possess excellent communication and negotiation skills
Are willing to travel 25% of the time.
Create your own chemistry with you@BASFAt BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About usAs one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASFPrivacy statementBASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.Equal employment opportunitiesWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
