Quality Engineer

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for specific production lines and/or customer products with regard to overall quality requirements and improvements.
• Cordination of assigned APQP projects and the development and/or update of the following: Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, APQP Documentation, PMFEA’s, Inspection Instructions, and others as needed
• Design and development of specialized gaging as needed.
• Design and development of Quality system procedures and instructions as needed to maintain Quality System.
• Prevention and reduction of waste through the use of quality Tools, such as, but not limited to: Pareto analysis, Mistake Proofing Devices, Cost of Quality Analysis, Visual Indicators, Capability Studies, and other statistical tools.
• Prevention and resolution of Customer Concerns through the use of problem resolution tools such as 7D, 8D, Five Whys, etc., and problem-solving processes.
• Ability to work in a team environment and foster continuous improvement in all aspects of the plant operations.
• Provide guidance to the quality engineering technicians as needed with regard to the following areas: Layout, Gage Calibration, Floor Inspections/Audits, Quality Checks, etc.
• Prepare periodic reports and other data for presentations to managers and/or plant personnel.
• Facilitation of Customer PPAP submission.
• Review of Customer systems for non-conformances
• Trace and review the status of engineering deviations and change requests
• Support the APQP process
• Create and update quality documents as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as needed.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing quality role (automotive preferred).
• Experience supporting APQP and product launches.
• Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies.

Skills and Competencies

• Tier 1 automotive supplier experience.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification.
• Hands-on experience with:
• PPAP, APQP, PFMEA
• GD&T
• SPC and capability analysis
• Gage R&R and calibration systems
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and internal auditing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical software
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail