The Supplier Quality Vehicle Line (SQVL) manages new, mid-cycle and carryover vehicle programs that are manufactured in North America (NA). This position is responsible for ensuring key quality milestones/goals are met for all supplier components involved. This individual will work cross functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Purchasing through the full life cycle of components. This includes, but is not limited to early source package approvals, supplier eligibility, supplier selection, launch phase and into production.

The SQVL is considered the primary SQ contact for the vehicle program and all launch readiness activities and daily launch meetings. The SQVL will work directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality to ensure proper follow-up of launch issues.

We are seeking candidates qualified for the role and who are able to develop, present, and explain program status updates to senior leadership, manage multiple individual work teams, work globally, and are recognized as strong communicators.

Additional job responsibilities for this position may include but not limited to the following:

Collect, coordinate and present program level status updates on Supplier Quality activities for designated programs
Work with suppliers and STELLANTIS manufacturing plant personnel on issue resolution
Educate STELLANTIS plant staff on STELLANTIS Supplier Quality systems as required
Manage Supplier Quality program reporting requirements for program reviews
Manage program risk assessment summaries
Manage the production part approval process (PPAP
Facilitate the deployment of safe launch strategies/problem resolution reviews and facilitate early sourcing process and supplier selection
This position will also be supporting the Windsor Assembly Plant
Managing SQ deliverables for the RU and LB programs

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university; a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Chemical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechatronics may also be considered
8 or more years of work experience in Supplier Quality, Product Quality, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field
Ability to travel up to 30% within the N.A. region and globally as required
Daily onsite support at Assembly plant from early pilot phase through SOPM
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite software
Program management work experience
Demonstrate skills in cross-cultural awareness, leadership, communication, influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution
Demonstrate ability to build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with customers at multiple levels, including those external to the organization

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree, Green Belt or Black Belt skills/certification (Red X/Shainin) Quality certification
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team
Creative problem-solving ability and results orientation, comfortable with complex technical analysis

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