Supplier Quality Engineer

• Serving as the MAHLE representative in the management and follow-up of external suppliers of direct materials.
• Managing the quarantine area and supervising receiving inspection auditors.
• Validating issues related to purchased components in production lines through problem-solving methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Monitoring internal and external supplier-related rejections and quality concerns.
• Analyzing and evaluating supplier corrective actions using the 8D methodology.
• Managing supplier escalation processes, including Controlled Shipping Level 1 (CSL1) and Controlled Shipping Level 2 (CSL2).
• Administering cost recovery activities associated with supplier quality issues.
• Evaluating and approving or rejecting PPAP submissions for new projects and engineering changes.
• Executing annual requalification plans and supporting IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 audits.
• Participating in new product launches through APQP and PPAP activities to ensure supplier readiness and compliance with quality requirements.

• Minimum B2 English proficiency level.
• At least 1 year of experience in Supplier Quality or a similar role within the automotive industry.
• Knowledge of Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA.
• Experience in problem-solving and root cause analysis using the 8D methodology.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Experience using SAP.Knowledge of automotive industry standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, customer-specific requirements, etc.).
• Proficiency in Minitab for statistical analysis and process improvement.

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   KARINA.LIZETH.CHAVEZ@MAHLE.COM