Supplier Quality Engineer II Location Detroit, MI : Inside the Role This position is responsible for leading a group of automotive suppliers, in providing quality powertrain components in sufficient capacity. This position is within the Global Supplier Management and Material Process Technology department, and will report to the responsible Supplier Management Quality Team Leader. When you join Daimler Truck, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $74,500 - $95,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA Work with the supplier to ensure supplier performance is regularly reported and that appropriate and timely corrective actions are implemented. Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting customer existing or new requirements. Projects may include: process analysis, value stream mapping, process capability and throughput analysis, 6-Sigma, 5S and Kaizen events. Facilitate and help lead the supplier in the advanced product quality planning of new series part production following the international APQP process. Maintain and update supplier audit system and schedule. Documents activities related to investigation, disposition, and resolution to quality complaints. Conduct supplier audits to confirm product conformity, or drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement. Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPI's, including DPPM, Quality Complaints, and capacity to support OTS (On Time Ship) compliance. Lead or support effort to establish specific short / long-term supplier quality goals. Champion problem solving and root cause analysis activities with suppliers and customers to eliminate recurrence of non-conformances. Work to resolve supplier technical issues in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply. Reviews and approves supplier PPAP's; Review and audit the deliverables including: Control Plans, Capability plans, Capability Studies, Part layouts, Gage design, Gage R&R, PFEMA, DFMEA; and supports or leads project management efforts regarding supplier changes. Knowledge You Should Bring Bachelor's degree in engineering with 1 year of related experience Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional Candidates Might Have Project management experience Statistical process control experience Knowledge of GD&T Problem solving experience Strong understanding of PPAP review and approval process Auditing experience (VDA, IATF, ISO 9001) Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Knowledge of a foreign language Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US How We Collaborate To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees. Schedule Type: Hybrid At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. 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