Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Supplier Quality Engineer

As a Supplier Technical Assistance Engineer, you will represent the client at manufacturing plants. You will take a leadership role both within our organization and with our suppliers regarding product launch and current model quality and capacity. You will be empowered to make quality decisions on behalf of our client and authorize legal documents such as the Part Submission Warrant.

• Lead product launch quality and capacity efforts at manufacturing plants.
• Represent the company in discussions with suppliers to ensure quality standards.
• Make informed quality decisions and authorize legal documents like the Part Submission Warrant.

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Systems/Processes (e.g., IATF), Continuous Improvement, or Lean in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG APQP and PPAP processes.
• Strong manufacturing experience and program management skills.
• Basic computer skills and quality systems knowledge/experience.
• High level of interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse individuals and teams.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.

• Experience in manufacturing processes such as molding, coating/painting, assembly, etc.
• Experience with commodities like exterior lighting, mechanisms, windshield systems, etc.
• Preferred problem‑solving skills such as Green Belt / Black Belt, Red X, etc.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

The pay range for this position is $42.30 – $50.67/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a hybrid position in Dearborn, MI.

Final date to receive applications:
Jan 2, 2026.

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