Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.

1. JOB SUMMARY

Provides technical and operational support to Supplier Quality activities by performing incoming material inspections, measurements, containment activities, documentation and follow-up of supplier quality issues.

Supports Supplier Quality Engineers in maintaining supplier quality performance and ensuring purchased components comply with established quality requirements.

2. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inspection and verification of incoming components and materials according to drawings, specifications, control plans and established inspection criteria.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Support containment and sorting activities related to supplier quality issues.
• Identify, document, segregate and control nonconforming supplier material.
• Support MRB activities by providing inspection results, measurements and evidence.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and supplier quality documentation.
• Support Supplier Quality Engineers in the investigation of supplier-related quality issues.
• Collect data, samples, pictures, measurements and other evidence required for problem-solving activities and supplier claims.
• Support SCAR and 8D follow-up by maintaining records and verifying implementation of corrective actions as directed by the Supplier Quality Engineer.
• Perform verification inspections after supplier corrective actions or containment activities.
• Support PPAP activities through dimensional inspection, sample verification and documentation.
• Support incoming inspection requirements for new product launches and engineering changes.
• Assist Supplier Quality Engineers during supplier audits and supplier development activities.
• Support supplier performance data collection and reporting.
• Communicate detected supplier quality issues to the Supplier Quality Engineer and appropriate internal functions.
• Support production areas when supplier-related material issues affect manufacturing operations.
• Follow applicable Quality Management System, safety and environmental requirements.

3. EDUCATION

• Technical degree in Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electronics or related technical field.
• Engineering studies in progress or completed are desirable.

4. EXPERIENCE

• 1–3 years of experience in Quality, Incoming Inspection, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality or related functions.
• Automotive manufacturing experience desirable.
• Experience inspecting components such as plastics, metals, electronic components or assemblies is desirable.

5. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Practical knowledge of dimensional and visual inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as: CalipersMicrometersHeight gaugesPin gaugesProfile projectorsSurface finish testersCMM, desirable
• Basic knowledge of SPC.
• Basic knowledge of MSA and measurement systems.
• Basic knowledge of PPAP and APQP.
• Basic knowledge of 8D and problem-solving methodologies.
• Understanding of nonconforming material control and MRB processes.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as plastics, metals or electronics is desirable.
• Microsoft Office.
• Minitab knowledge is desirable.
• English: Basic to Intermediate.

6. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking.
• Organization and documentation discipline.
• Ability to follow established procedures and inspection criteria.
• Effective communication.
• Teamwork.
• Sense of urgency.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities.
• Results orientation.
• Proactivity.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to escalate quality issues appropriately.
• Problem-solving mindset.

7. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Dimensional inspection and measurement.
• Drawing and specification interpretation.
• Basic GD&T.
• Measuring equipment operation.
• Nonconforming material identification and control.
• Data collection and basic statistical analysis.
• Incoming inspection.
• Basic SPC and MSA.
• PPAP inspection support.
• 8D / corrective action support.
• Supplier quality documentation.
• Quality Management System awareness.