Quality Engineer

Adient

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field preferred
  • Experience in Quality Engineering within manufacturing (automotive preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, especially IATF 16949
  • Proficient in root cause analysis tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement corrective actions
  • Familiar with control plans, PFMEA, and process validation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach

Responsibilities

  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and workmanship during product and process stages
  • Analyze customer feedback and defect data to identify quality issues
  • Lead cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality concerns
  • Implement and oversee corrective and preventive actions for nonconformances
  • Drive initiatives aimed at defect reduction and continuous improvement
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive quality documentation and control plans
  • Evaluate nonconforming materials and coordinate with suppliers for corrective actions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Access to ongoing training and certification programs
  • Dynamic work environment with cross-functional collaboration
  • Participation in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities


 Ensure product and process quality by maintaining workmanship standards and
adhering to quality program requirements
 Analyze data from customer feedback, internal defects, and supplier performance toidentify quality trends and issues
 Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, production, purchasing, etc.) to investigateand resolve quality concerns
 Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address
nonconformances
 Drive defect reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
 Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, testprocedures, and work instructions
 Ensure all special characteristics are identified and properly managed within controlplans
 Define and implement process controls, including data collection, monitoring, andanalysis methods
 Evaluate nonconforming materials and initiate supplier containment and correctiveactions
 Manage supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers
 Determine requirements for incoming inspections and maintain related proceduresand documentation
 Establish and maintain quality standards, boundary samples, and appearance mastersamples
 Ensure all process and product changes meet customer requirements and are
properly documented and approved
 Notify management of quality issues and nonconforming products in a timely manner
 Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, including IATF 16949 (TS-16949)and internal systems


Qualifications & Requirements


 Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred
 Experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
(automotive preferred)
 Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including IATF 16949 (TS-16949)
 Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)
 Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive corrective actions
 Experience with control plans, PFMEA, and process validation
 Knowledge of supplier quality management and incoming inspection processes
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
 Excellent communication and organizational skills
 Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment


Preferred Skills


 Experience with quality tools such as Minitab or similar statistical analysis software
 Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and other automotive core tools
 Continuous improvement mindset with Lean or Six Sigma experien

PRIMARY LOCATION

Avanzar San Antonio Facility

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