Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Position SummaryWe’re looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer in Rovereto (TN).The candidate will be a key member of the Quality Team, responsible for managing the Supplier Not Conformities impacting Rovereto Plant and managing sampling activities and approvals.Main Opportunities and ChallengesTeam Management and coordination opportunityTo work in an international environment.Main ResponsibilitiesEvaluate and manage the PPAP (Product Part Approval Process) for new programs, engineering changes and process improvements received by suppliers.Review and Approve of Supplier PPAP submission.Support APQP Process.Monitor Supplier Quality Not Conformances in Dana1Source for compliance and current requirements as needed for the business unit, identifying, and escalating high impact issues.Travel to suppliers as necessary. Generate and distribute visitation reports.Monitoring and tracking prevention and resolution of Supplier concerns.Ability to work in a team environment and foster continuous improvement in all aspects of the plant operations.Prepare periodic reports and other data to presentations to managers and/or plant personnel.Trace and review status of engineering deviations and change reports.Job Position RequirementsEducation: University bachelor degree - Preferred EngineeringProfessional BackgroundBachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mechanical or Quality Engineering preferred.Experience in Quality department (preferable in Automotive Sector), preferable 3/4 years.Basic experiences on Automotive core tools (such as PPAP, FMEA, APQP, GDT, Gage RR, Calibration, SPC) and international standards such as ISO 14001.Hard SkillsEssential:Comprehension of technical drawings.Ability to speak and write in English.Computer proficiency in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.Soft SkillsExcellent interpersonal skills to permit effective interaction with all levels of Dana, internal Customers and external suppliers.Self-directed and motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and accepts responsibility.
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