General Description The SQA Engineer ensures that supplier control processes comply with BRP requirements regarding product availability and rigorous quality standards, delivering high–quality material, optimizing costs, and preventing disruptions in manufacturing activities. The role influences suppliers, drives continuous improvement, manages non‑conforming material efficiently, and turns fragmented information into structured analysis and actions. Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree (Engineering and Business Administration preferred) Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality or 3 years in a related field (supply chain preferred) Knowledge, Skills, and Certifications Effective problem analysis and resolution Negotiation skills and adaptability to supplier communication structures High level of rigor and structured work approach Availability to travel (domestic and international) Ability to maintain oral and written communication in English and Spanish General Quality Knowledge Strong experience in problem‑solving methodologies (root cause analysis) Experience in Core Tools (APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, GD&T, PPAP) Experience in quality management system audits Experience handling non‑conforming material (NCM) Experience in manufacturing processes (stamping, plastic injection, electronics, etc.) Main Tasks and Responsibilities Quality and Supplier Issue Management Identify, document, and resolve supplier‑related quality issues Notify suppliers immediately upon detection of non‑conforming material Create NCRs and follow up to closure with firm actions Ensure supplier containment and sustainable corrective actions Promote, escalate, and lead discussions to ensure supplier performance (KPI monitoring, risk identification, recurring issues) Drive firm actions with suppliers to protect, reinforce, and continuously improve BRP’s operational performance Supplier Support and Development Validate and improve suppliers through periodic reviews, audits, and on‑site visits, ensuring quality compliance from PFMEA to implemented controls Maintain continuous communication with suppliers to ensure product compliance Non‑Conforming Material Control (Quarantine and Rework) Facilitate containment, disposition, traceability, and rework of non‑conforming material Ensure the availability of defect‑free material on time Communicate updates on material correction and clean‑point status to stakeholders New Product Introduction Management (PPAP) Validate and release PPAP packages according to design and quality specifications Ensure compliance and follow‑up according to each project’s launch schedule Ensure proper management during engineering change introductions (ECN) Other Responsibilities Comply with all company policies, procedures, internal work regulations, and code of ethics Comply with company safety rules Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the department supervisor Statement The information above is intended to describe the level and nature of the work performed by a person assigned to this classification and may or may not represent the total scope of activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr