Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain and ensure compliance with the plant Quality Management System in alignment with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.

• Lead root cause analysis and drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).

• Support the Quality Manager in establishing, implementing, and sustaining plant-level quality systems, standards, and procedures.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing tools (5S, Kaizen) and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Provide statistical analysis (SPC, MSA, capability studies, sampling plans) to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities.

• Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure successful new product launches (APQP/PPAP) and seamless transfer from development into production.

• Act as a key plant-floor resource, supporting production teams in resolving in-process quality issues and reducing scrap, rework, and downtime.

• Support and mentor Quality Inspectors and production personnel to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures.

• Plan and conduct internal audits, layered process audits, and support external/customer audits; ensure timely closure of findings.

• Investigate customer complaints and internal nonconformances; implement robust corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Develop, maintain, and control plant quality documentation (control plans, work instructions, procedures, quality manuals).

• Oversee incoming and outgoing quality activities, including inspection processes and product release requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement of receiving inspection processes and supplier quality performance.

• Manage supplier quality performance by monitoring metrics, conducting audits, and driving corrective actions.

• Ensure timely resolution of supplier nonconformances and escalation as needed.

• Prepare and present Corrective Action Reports (CARs), quality metrics, and performance updates to plant leadership.

• Support plant KPIs related to quality (PPM, scrap, rework, customer returns, audit results).

Qualifications: 

• 5–7 years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing.

• Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).

• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).

• Strong communication skills.

• Flexible schedule and ability to work overtime.

• Experience in Tier 1 automotive supplier environment.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.

• Lead Auditor certification.

• Experience with ERP/QMS systems and tools such as Minitab.

Competencies: 

• Drives Results

• Decision Quality

• Collaborates

• Customer Focus

• Continuous Improvement Mindset

• Communicates Effectively

Education:   

• Bachelor’s degree in quality, mechanical, industrial engineering, or related field.

Physical Requirements: 

• High-volume automotive manufacturing environment.

• Regular presence on the production floor.

• Exposure to machinery, noise, and temperature variations; PPE required.

• Ability to support off-shift operations and overtime as needed.