Quality Engineer

Core Molding Technologies is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product and process quality through structured problem solving, data analysis, and continuous improvement. This role works closely with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, and Customer Support to resolve quality issues, identify root causes, reduce scrap, and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary quality contact for customers and suppliers regarding product and process quality concerns
• Lead and coordinate timely responses to customer quality issues and complaints
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to identify and eliminate recurring quality issues
• Analyze quality and failure data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Manage and maintain the Material Review Board (MRB) process
• Participate in APQP activities and ensure quality deliverables are completed on schedule
• Serve as a QMS process owner and support ongoing compliance with IATF 16949 requirements
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process performance, scrap reduction, and cost improvement
• Manage supplier quality activities, including supplier audits, approvals, PPAP reviews, and non-conformance resolution
• Support internal, customer, and certification audits
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, procedures, and work instructions
• Support implementation and improvement of quality processes and systems
• Apply statistical analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies to address complex quality issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sustainable quality improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical, science, or manufacturing discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer or in a related quality role preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards
• Experience developing technical quality documentation, procedures, and work instructions
• Knowledge of metrology, blueprint reading, and GD&T
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to independently develop and execute project plans
• Ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ certification
• Certified Internal Auditor experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience/certification
• Experience leading Kaizen or other continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience as a QMS owner for IATF 16949 or a similar automotive quality system
• Experience in automotive, heavy truck, plastics, or assembly manufacturing
• Proficiency with Minitab or other statistical analysis software

Key Competencies

• Operational excellence
• Disciplined approach
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Customer focus
• Collaboration and relationship management
• Adaptability and change management
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Accountability and execution

Why Join Us

• Make a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction
• Work across Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, and Customer Support
• Lead quality and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to influence processes, systems, and long-term operational performance

Pay

$72,000 – $85,000 per year

Schedule

Monday–Friday; occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required

Work Environment

• Office and manufacturing floor
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Physical Requirements: Occasionally lift or move materials and equipment up to 50 pounds