Supplier Quality Specialist

Overview

Akkodis is seeking a Supplier Quality Specialist for an 8-month contract role with a client located in Dearborn, MI.

Duration: 8+ months

Location - Dearborn, MI (Onsite)

Pay Range: $42 - $44/hr on W2 All Inclusive (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Experience Required
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• 8 years of experience in advanced manufacturing advanced quality process planning implementation or launch of Interior Commodity manufacturing systems Seats IP’s consoles headliners door panels restraints seat structures
• 8 years of experience in one or more but not limited to the following Interior manufacturing processes:
  Stamping Welding Plastic Welding Plastic/Rubber Molding Blow Molding Automated/Manual Assembly Process Controls Automation programing Paint Chroming.
• Preferred experience within automotive Interior Commodities or experience with similar manufacturing processes.
• 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. Additional Safety Training/Licensing/Personal Protection Requirements: N/A Additional Information: N/A

• 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.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Disclaimer:
These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers