Supplier Quality Engineer BIW & Trim (Maranello)

Ferrari has a most desirable track record, in Racing as well as in Sports Cars production, record business results and voted one of the “World’s most powerful brands”. Above all Ferrari is an international team working with the highest level of professionalism and dedication, based on performance, meritocracy and continuous development, with innovation at the heart of our future.

In order to strengthen our Supplier Quality Team, we are looking to hire a Supplier Quality Engineer BIW&Trim, based in Maranello (Italy).

In this position, you will be responsible to assure quality standards along all product development phasis, from the design to field.  Using standards tools (SEA; QRA; PR; PA), you will be responsible to execute Advanced Quality activities for the new products under development contributing to flawless launches.

You will also manage the supplier to conduct the level analysis for production and field issues, contributing to continuous improvement of current production.
As part of the team, you will:
•    Verification of processes and potential suppliers (evaluation of supplier suitability - Verification of process planning);
•    Support of the procurement process, through the evaluation of potential suppliers in terms of quality, focusing on technical aspects, technologies, development timelines, and quality performance in production.
•    Works closely with suppliers, with periodic visits and prepares periodic reports.
•    Manages any complaints about registered non-conformities and implements corrective actions.
•    Applies APQP where required (Advanced Product Quality Planning) to obtain a product that meets customer requirements.
•    Defines improvement plans.
•    Interfaces with the design, production, and process quality sectors.
•    Knowledge of production processes for automotive body components.

Required Profile

In order to succeed in this challenging role, you will ideally have achieved excellent academic results with a Master-degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Automotive) or equivalent (STEM) and you will have gained at least 2 years dedicated experience in your role.
You have at least five years of experience in automotive field and preferable minimum two years of prior quality engineering experience.
Deep knowledge of automotive core tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, 8D discipline and other problem-solving tools) and IATF 16949 are strongly recommended, as it is recommended basic knowledge of trims materials and components manufacturing processes (plastics, glass, rubber, leather, paint, textile, etc) and related process controls.  

In Ferrari you must exhibit the capability to think analytically, target-oriented and structured. You need to demonstrate strong communication skills (such as the ability to listen as well as in-depth reasoning). You will be expected to work independently as well as integrate as part of a team. We require attention to the detail and awareness of the responsibility that comes with your role. You are motivated to adapt to and learn from the company culture. It goes without saying that you relish a challenge.

The effective completion of your daily tasks requires you to be a proficient user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook). 
Fluent English is required. 

Please apply directly on Ferrari.com (Careers pages)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location: Maranello, Italy
Seniority: Middle/ Senior Level
Contract duration: Permanent contract
Ferrari offer: Company sports & fitness facilities, company restaurant with seasonal menus and wellness options, preventive health programs for staff and children, scholarships, school book refunds, summer camp, Ferrari events and Family Day.