Supplier Quality Engineer

TL;DR

Supplier Quality Engineer: Resolving supplier manufacturing and quality issues and implementing advanced quality planning systems across the lifecycle of commodities and components with an accent on APQP/PPAP compliance, GD&T and statistical quality control, and root-cause/corrective-action execution. Focus on reviewing supplier quality plans and processes, performing on-site supplier visits, and improving supplier quality performance through technical support and qualification/certification activities.

Location: Bangkok

Company

General Motors (GM) is an automotive manufacturer focused on zero-crash, zero-emissions, and zero-congestion goals.

What you will do

• Ensure supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and PPAP submission/approval requirements.
• Review and approve supplier quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for new components and assemblies for vehicle launch.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems; facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Perform on-site supplier visits to verify corrective actions and support issue resolution.
• Implement and monitor supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate).
• Provide technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over, and ongoing production; conduct onsite workshops to improve supplier quality performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering preferred: Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical; or equivalent technical degree).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, and gage design/function.
• Proficiency in GD&T and in manufacturing/assembly plant processes, procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control, and design of experiments; ability to investigate quality problems and apply technical judgment.
• Good command of English with strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to travel up to 50% (domestic and international).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement: report to the GM Thailand office three times per week (or as dictated by business needs).
• GM emphasizes well-being and provides Total Rewards/benefits from day one.
• Clear non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity commitment.
• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants during the hiring process.

Hiring process

• Role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening may be required prior to starting employment.