Quality Engineer - (Automotive Manufacturing)

We're a global automotive manufacturer supplying high-quality rubber, plastic, and sealing system components to many of the world's leading automotive OEMs. Our reputation is built on world-class manufacturing, continuous improvement, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

About the role

As a Quality Engineer, you'll be responsible for driving quality throughout the manufacturing process while serving as a key liaison between production, engineering, suppliers, and customers. You'll lead problem-solving efforts, support new product launches, improve quality systems, and ensure products consistently meet customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer and supplier quality initiatives
• Complete PPAPs, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and APQP documentation
• Drive Root Cause Analysis using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and other quality tools
• Monitor SPC, capability studies, and process performance
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications
• Perform mechanical inspections, audits, and quality investigations
• Support new product launches and continuous improvement initiatives
• Conduct supplier audits and manage supplier quality performance
• Communicate quality metrics, customer scorecards, and corrective actions
• Provide leadership and support to Quality Inspectors and Technicians
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and automotive quality standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience with Automotive Core Quality Tools
• Strong knowledge of PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and APQP
• Experience performing Root Cause Analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, and Suppliers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rubber, plastics, or automotive sealing systems
• CMM and Optical Comparator experience
• Gauge calibration and mechanical inspection experience
• ASTM Standards knowledge
• Supplier auditing experience
• IATF 16949 experience
• Supervisory or lead quality experience
• Experience supporting new product launches

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available
• 1st Shift position
• Stable, growing global automotive manufacturer
• Opportunity to work directly with major automotive OEMs
• Highly visible role with ownership of customer and supplier quality initiatives
• Collaborative team environment with strong career growth opportunities
• Work in a culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Pay

$80,000–$95,000 per year (up to $100,000–$105,000 for an exceptional candidate)