Quality Engineer

About the role

This fully onsite role ensures that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer expectations. This role requires direct communication with OEM customers and involves developing quality control systems, monitoring production performance, identifying defects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains quality assurance and control processes.
• Makes sure production operations comply with quality standards and specifications.
• Conducts root cause analysis of defects and implements corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conducts internal audits and supports external audits (customer, regulatory, IATF, etc.).
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to solve quality issues.
• Analyzes quality data and drives improvement activities to achieve established KPIs (scrap cost, NRFT, FTT).
• Leads continuous improvement and value saving initiatives using tools like Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Reviews engineering designs, specifications, and changes to identify potential quality risks.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and industry standards (IATF-16949, ISO-9001, and ISO-14001).
• Trains staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance, preferably within an automotive environment.
• Strong GD&T skills and ability to read blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, PPAP).
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar).

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Shainin certification preferred.

Skills

• GD&T skills and ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, PPAP).
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram).
• Data analysis proficiency (Excel, Minitab, or similar).

Benefits

Dauch offers a competitive compensation package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We also provide professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The role is full-time and is based in Newton, North Carolina.