Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG)
Quality Engineer
Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG), Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG)
Title: Quality Engineer
Description:
STG is a Preferred Vendor of a major Automotive Firm in MI. The client is actively looking for multiple Quality Engineer positions. STG has a 98% repeat business rate from existing clients and has achieved industry awards and recognition for our services.
Crain’s Detroit Business named STG to Michigan’s Fastest Growing Companies list in both 2020 and 2019, Top IT Services Company’s List in 2020, 2019, 2018, and Top Minority Business Enterprise List in 2020, 2019, and 2019.
STG puts company CULTURE at the forefront of every business decision and employees are EMPOWERED and MEASURED for RESULTS. Both TEAMWORK and INDIVIDUAL Performance is recognized and rewarded.
Position Description:
Quality / Manufacturing Engineer As a STA Engineer at Ford Motor Company, you will play a critical role in ensuring supplier manufacturing readiness and sustained performance. You will be responsible for implementing commodity-specific business plans, ensuring supplier compliance with Ford’s quality, delivery, capacity, and warranty standards. This position serves as the primary technical interface between Ford and its suppliers and is essential in supporting product launches, driving issue resolution, and ensuring zero disruption to vehicle production.
Skills Required:
Implement commodity-specific business plans to ensure suppliers exceed Ford’s expectations for launch readiness, quality, capacity, warranty, and on-time delivery.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with internal Ford teams and supplier leadership to resolve open issues and drive continuous improvement.
Serve as the principal on-site technical lead for troubleshooting, emergency containment, and corrective action implementation during critical supplier events.
Ensure zero vehicle losses or production disruptions due to supplier-related issues.
Monitor and enforce compliance with Ford’s quality and operational standards, including Q1 requirements.
Drive early manufacturing feasibility assessments at supplier sites to ensure launch and production readiness.
Lead and support execution of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) deliverables in alignment with program timelines.
Analyze supplier performance using data-driven metrics to support strategic sourcing decisions and future quality improvements.
Participate in supplier development initiatives, helping build long-term capability and alignment with Ford’s operational excellence goals.
Experience Required:
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or supplier management.
5+ years of experience in one or more but not limited to the following manufacturing processes: Casting, Machining, Forging, Stamping, Welding, Plastic/Rubber Molding, Brazing, Sintering, Automated/Manual Assembly Process, Controls Automation programing, Paint, Chroming, SMC.
Proven experience in PPAP, APQP, and quality systems.
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Ability to travel frequently to supplier sites up to 70%.
Experience Preferred:
Automotive industry experience.
Working knowledge of Ford systems and standards (e.g., Q1).
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
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Description:
STG is a Preferred Vendor of a major Automotive Firm in MI. The client is actively looking for multiple Quality Engineer positions. STG has a 98% repeat business rate from existing clients and has achieved industry awards and recognition for our services.
Crain’s Detroit Business named STG to Michigan’s Fastest Growing Companies list in both 2020 and 2019, Top IT Services Company’s List in 2020, 2019, 2018, and Top Minority Business Enterprise List in 2020, 2019, and 2019.
STG puts company CULTURE at the forefront of every business decision and employees are EMPOWERED and MEASURED for RESULTS. Both TEAMWORK and INDIVIDUAL Performance is recognized and rewarded.
Position Description:
Quality / Manufacturing Engineer As a STA Engineer at Ford Motor Company, you will play a critical role in ensuring supplier manufacturing readiness and sustained performance. You will be responsible for implementing commodity-specific business plans, ensuring supplier compliance with Ford’s quality, delivery, capacity, and warranty standards. This position serves as the primary technical interface between Ford and its suppliers and is essential in supporting product launches, driving issue resolution, and ensuring zero disruption to vehicle production.
Skills Required:
Implement commodity-specific business plans to ensure suppliers exceed Ford’s expectations for launch readiness, quality, capacity, warranty, and on-time delivery.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with internal Ford teams and supplier leadership to resolve open issues and drive continuous improvement.
Serve as the principal on-site technical lead for troubleshooting, emergency containment, and corrective action implementation during critical supplier events.
Ensure zero vehicle losses or production disruptions due to supplier-related issues.
Monitor and enforce compliance with Ford’s quality and operational standards, including Q1 requirements.
Drive early manufacturing feasibility assessments at supplier sites to ensure launch and production readiness.
Lead and support execution of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) deliverables in alignment with program timelines.
Analyze supplier performance using data-driven metrics to support strategic sourcing decisions and future quality improvements.
Participate in supplier development initiatives, helping build long-term capability and alignment with Ford’s operational excellence goals.
Experience Required:
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or supplier management.
5+ years of experience in one or more but not limited to the following manufacturing processes: Casting, Machining, Forging, Stamping, Welding, Plastic/Rubber Molding, Brazing, Sintering, Automated/Manual Assembly Process, Controls Automation programing, Paint, Chroming, SMC.
Proven experience in PPAP, APQP, and quality systems.
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Ability to travel frequently to supplier sites up to 70%.
Experience Preferred:
Automotive industry experience.
Working knowledge of Ford systems and standards (e.g., Q1).
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
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