Advanced Quality Engineer

Gestamp

$75K — $95K *
Mason, OH 45040In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.
  • Automotive manufacturing experience.
  • Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Why).
  • Experience with product launches and engineering changes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead APQP activities and secure PPAP approvals.
  • Support the launch of new products and manage engineering changes.
  • Engage in customer meetings to present quality outcomes and corrective action plans.
  • Develop and update essential quality documentation such as Process Flows and Control Plans.
  • Oversee development of checking fixtures and validate tooling effectiveness.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective measures for quality issues.
  • Ensure adherence to customer specifications and comply with IATF 16949 and ISO standards.
  • Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to enhance process capability and product quality.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement training.
  • Exposure to innovative automotive projects and technologies.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in customer-facing activities that enhance problem-solving skills.
  • A role with significant impact during product development and quality assurance phases.
Full Job Description
Advanced Quality Engineer

Summary

We are seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to support new product launches, APQP activities, PPAP submissions, engineering changes, and customer quality requirements in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead APQP activities and PPAP approvals.
  • Support new product launches, prototypes, and engineering changes.
  • Participate in customer meetings and present quality results and action plans.
  • Develop and maintain quality documents, including Process Flows, PFMEAs, and Control Plans.
  • Manage checking fixture development and tooling validation.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with customer requirements, IATF 16949, and ISO standards.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve process capability and product quality.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field.
  • Automotive manufacturing experience.
  • Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why).
  • Experience supporting product launches and engineering changes.

Preferred:
  • Experience with stamping, welding, assembly, or automotive component manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive quality systems.
  • Customer-facing quality experience.
  • Core Tools certification or training.

Key Skills: APQP • PPAP • PFMEA • Control Plans • Root Cause Analysis • Product Launches • Automotive Quality Systems • Continuous Improvement • Customer Quality Management

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