Supplier Quality Engineer-Interior systems

• THIS IS A W2 (NOT C2C) 24+ MO CONTRACT POSITION
• APPLICANTS MUST BE LOCAL TO THE METRO DETROIT AREA AT TIME OF APPLICATION (non-local candidates cannot be considered)
• CANDIDATES MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON OUR W2 (NO C2C/1099/REFERRAL BASED FROM VENDORS)
• MAX RATE BASED ON EXPERIENCE IS $48HR (with travel/mileage reimbursement)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) Engineer to support Interior Systems suppliers and ensure manufacturing readiness, launch excellence, and sustained production performance. This position serves as the primary technical liaison between the organization and supplier manufacturing operations, driving quality, capacity, delivery, and warranty performance while supporting the successful launch of new programs.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive manufacturing processes, supplier quality, APQP, PPAP, and launch support, with specific experience in interior commodity manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier manufacturing readiness activities to ensure successful product launches and ongoing production performance.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact between internal teams and supplier manufacturing operations.
• Drive supplier compliance with quality, delivery, capacity, and warranty requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis, containment activities, and corrective action implementation for supplier manufacturing concerns.
• Conduct manufacturing feasibility assessments and process reviews at supplier facilities.
• Partner with supplier leadership and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Support and execute Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities.
• Analyze supplier performance metrics and identify opportunities for quality and manufacturing improvements.
• Ensure uninterrupted production by proactively identifying and resolving supplier-related risks.
• Support supplier development initiatives and long-term operational excellence efforts.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, advanced quality, launch engineering, process planning, or advanced manufacturing.
• Experience supporting automotive supplier manufacturing operations.
• Hands-on experience with APQP and PPAP activities.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 70%.

Manufacturing Process Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

Stamping

• Progressive dies
• Transfer dies
• Hydraulic and mechanical presses
• Die tryout and tooling operations

Welding

• Robotic welding systems
• Resistance welding
• Spot welding
• Projection welding
• MIG welding
• Weld fixtures and tooling

Thermoforming

• Vacuum forming
• Pressure forming
• Thermoforming tooling and molds
• Trim fixtures
• Heating systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive interior systems manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Cross Car Beams (CCB), carpets, floor systems, NVH products, heat shields, acoustic insulators, or similar interior components.
• Supplier quality engineering experience.
• Launch readiness and manufacturing feasibility assessment experience.
• Knowledge of OEM quality systems and supplier performance requirements.
• Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.

Ideal Candidate Background

Candidates with experience in the following roles are encouraged to apply:

• Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) Engineer
• Supplier Quality Engineer
• Supplier Development Engineer
• Manufacturing Quality Engineer
• Launch Engineer
• Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
• Process Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer

Additional Information

• This role requires frequent travel to supplier manufacturing facilities.
• Candidates must be comfortable working directly on manufacturing floors and leading issue resolution activities in production environments.
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.