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Leader Supplier Quality Assurance

Country/Region:  CN
Location: 

Zhangjiagang, JS, CN, 215600

At ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 51 locations in 22 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.

Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.

Req ID 73884 | Zhangjiagang, China, ZF Automotive Safety Systems (Zhangjiagang) Co., Ltd.

  

Your Task:

  • Manage daily supplier quality, follow up on incoming-material issues, lead root-cause investigations and closure, and drive corrective actions.
  • Audit and optimize supplier processes across injection molding, casting, stamping, cold heading, heat treatment, and surface treatment
  • Develop and refine inspection standards; guide and audit supplier inspection execution to ensure effectiveness.
  • Apply the 7 QC Tools and core manuals (APQP / PPAP / FMEA / MSA / SPC) for analysis, process control, and risk assessment.
  • Lead 8D reports independently—review supplier submissions, guide root-cause analysis and CAPA, and verify effectiveness.
  • Conduct regular supplier communication, align quality requirements, and resolve disputes; collaborate with Production, Procurement, and Engineering to drive cross-functional quality initiatives.
  • Support supplier onboarding and annual audits per IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 to assess quality-system capability.
  • Track quality data, review supplier performance periodically, and deliver professional reports and improvement plans.

Your Profile:

  • Education & Experience: College diploma or above in Mechanical, Quality Management, or Materials; 2+ years of hands-on SQE experience.
  • Process Knowledge: Proficient in at least 3 of—injection molding, casting, stamping, cold heading, heat treatment, surface treatment—with risk-identification and optimization skills.
  • Inspection & Control: Expertise in machining and component inspection; able to author inspection specs and audit supplier end-to-end inspection work.
  • Quality Tools: Skilled in the 7 QC Tools with proven application; formally trained and experienced in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, and SPC.
  • Problem-Solving: Proficient in the 8D methodology—able to draft, review, and drive implementation independently.
  • Language: Fluent English (reading, writing, and verbal for daily work); able to independently read English standards and technical documents.
  • Communication: Excellent internal/external coordination and logical expression; able to produce clear, professional reports with strong storytelling.
  • Preferred Certifications: IATF 16949 Internal Auditor or VDA 6.3 Process Auditor.
  • Attributes: Rigorous, resilient, and execution-driven; committed to quality principles.

 

 

Why ZF LIFETEC?

  • Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
  • Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
  • Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
  • Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.

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