Principal Supplier Development Engineer

　　Country/Region: US

　　Location:

　　Washington, MI, US, 48094

　　Req ID 64070 | OSS Washington, United States

　　Position Summary: The Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for the management of Supply Base assignments to ensure appropriate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) disciplines are executed for successful component launch. These activities include but are not limited to: Component Technical Reviews, PPAP Approval, and Supplier Onsite Launch activities to drive consistency throughout Supply Base on company policies and to ensure program milestones are successfully delivered for ZF internal and external customers worldwide.

　　What you can look forward to as a Principal Supplier Development Engineer:

　　Direct, monitor, and review supplier APQP activities (control plans, PFMEA, process flow, SPC, run at rate, PPAP, etc.) and ensure processes are completed to ZF standards and are delivered on-time.

　　Assist suppliers in problem solving effectiveness including root cause analysis through implementation of corrective actions.

　　Conduct supplier assessments.

　　Work with suppliers to develop continuous improvement plans and metrics to monitor performance and continuously improve quality and process and achieve cost reduction targets.

　　Interface with Customers on critical supplier issues as necessary.

　　Lead supplier APQP kick-off meetings and supplier design reviews.

　　Active member in the ZF Sourcing Committee.

　　Participate, as needed, on ZF Teams and effectively interact with other ZF technical departments and Assembly Plant personnel to find creative solutions to constraints.

　　Your profile as a Principal Supplier Development Engineer:

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline.

　　8+ years of relevant experience.

　　Automotive experience.

　　Good computer skills including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.

　　Experience with Automotive APQP process with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier.

　　Experience using electronic systems to monitor programs and components.

　　Experience participating in regular program/project reviews including presentation of key project status and reports. Strong project management skills.

　　This position requires regional and international travel - approximately 50%.

　　Why Choose ZF? What We Offer:

　　A supportive, collaborative team environment

　　Annual Incentive Plan

　　Paid Vacation

　　Personal Time

　　401k Plan

　　Health Care Benefits

　　Paid Holidays

　　Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement

　　A strong diversity culture

　　Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

　　Be part of our ZF team as Principal Supplier Development Engineer and apply now!

　　DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

　　Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

　　With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

　　Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

　　What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

　　At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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