Associate Professional Supplier Quality
Shanghai, SH, CN
Auto req ID: 44994
Title: Associate Professional Supplier Quality
Job Function: Continuous Improvement and Quality
Location: SHANGHAI
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Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
Our International Markets are focused on creating an inclusive and expanding rider community that appeals to new and existing riders. We strive to deliver an H-D experience with an unequivocal customer focus.
From the UK to Singapore and many places in between, our employees are essential to our success. Our efforts are concentrated on the highest priority markets, primarily North America, Europe and parts of Asia Pacific. We have concentrated our resources in-market for maximum impact in line with our future strategy. Our regional offices and in-market teams have the freedom within a clearly defined framework to make decisions to drive their business. In-market teams are agile and equipped to understand consumer needs, provide focused attention to dealers, and respond more quickly to local market conditions.
Job Summary
The Associate Professional Supplier Quality plays a foundational role in supporting the end-to-end supplier quality process for motorcycle components—from new product introduction (NPI) to sustaining production and warranty follow-through. This role provides hands-on support in implementing supplier quality systems, assisting with PPAP validation, and addressing early quality issues during the launch and production phases. The Associate Professional Supplier Quality works closely with senior engineers, plant teams, and supplier contacts to ensure that incoming parts meet Harley-Davidson’s quality and safety standards throughout the lifecycle of the motorcycle.
Job Responsibilities
NPI / Launch Phase:
- Assist in supplier PPAP preparation and submission tracking.
- Support initial capability studies and dimensional validations.
- Participate in design and feasibility reviews by gathering supplier feedback.
- Help develop inspection standards and quality checks based on critical-to-quality (CTQ) characteristics.
Production / Sustaining:
- Perform daily incoming inspection support and track first-pass yield.
- Investigate non-conformances and issue preliminary supplier notifications.
- Coordinate short-term containment activities for quality spills.
- Maintain accurate records of supplier scorecards and audit checklists.
Warranty / Field Feedback:
- Coordinate basic part returns for supplier analysis and early warranty claims.
- Log field quality issues and help track supplier responsiveness.
- Assist in preparing data summaries from warranty reports for team reviews.
Education Requirements
Education Specifications
Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical experience
Experience Requirements
Requirements
- Perform other SQ related activities as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical experience.
- 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing or quality (internship/co-op acceptable).
- Basic knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and GD&T.
- Comfortable working on the plant floor and with supplier contacts.
- Willing to travel up to 50%, including supplier visits
Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson (here).
Direct Reports: Yes
Travel Required: 25 - 50%
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance
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