Quality Engineer

ARB 4x4 Accessories; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee product discounts

Professional development opportunities

Global exposure

Job summary

ARB 4x4 Accessories seeks an experienced Quality professional to establish, maintain and improve quality standards across the manufacturing lifecycle for ARB and OE products. You will drive proactive quality planning, manage risks, lead root cause investigations and implement continuous improvement initiatives enhancing product quality, manufacturing performance and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned quality professional passionate about manufacturing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality engineering or quality assurance experience within automotive/manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of APQP, PFMEA, DFMEA and PPAP methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional root cause investigations and corrective action programs.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and quality standards.
• Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels and drive quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead Advanced Quality Planning activities for ARB and OE products.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance quality performance and FTTR.
• Investigate non-conformances and quality concerns using structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Assist new product introduction with risk assessments, PFMEA and control planning.
• Monitor and report quality metrics, trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical guidance to production teams on quality standards and conformance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and suppliers to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality engineering

APQP

PFMEA

DFMEA

PPAP

Root cause investigations

Reading technical drawings

GD&T

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Job description

Located at our global head office in Kilsyth, Melbourne, this position is responsible for establishing, maintaining and improving quality standards across the manufacturing lifecycle for ARB and Original Equipment (OE) automotive products. The role focuses on driving proactive quality planning, managing quality-related risks, leading root cause investigations, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, manufacturing performance and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional who is passionate about manufacturing excellence and looking to make a meaningful impact within a globally recognised automotive organisation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary, plus super, leave loading and significant employee product discounts.
• Professional development opportunities, international business exposure and ongoing training.
• Join a world-class team operating in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Opportunity to influence product quality and manufacturing performance across a global business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Advanced Quality Planning activities for new and existing ARB and OE products.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance and First Time Throughput Rate (FTTR).
• Investigate non-conformances and quality concerns using structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, 5-Why and Fishbone Analysis.
• Support new product introduction activities through risk assessments, PFMEA development and control planning.
• Monitor, analyse and report quality metrics, trends and improvement opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production teams regarding quality standards and conformance requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and supplier partners to proactively resolve quality issues.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, qualifications and attributes:

• 5+ years of quality engineering or quality assurance experience within an automotive, manufacturing, metal fabrication or lean manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), PFMEA, DFMEA and PPAP methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional root cause investigations and corrective action programs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Sound understanding of GD&T.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Self-motivated and highly organised, with the ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively with limited supervision.
• Passion for quality, continuous improvement and delivering practical solutions.

About Us:

At ARB, we're not just a brand; we're a lifestyle. Our passion for off-road adventures drives us to innovate and create products that enhance the customer journey. As an ASX top 200 company with +2200 employees globally, we take pride in our commitment to excellence. Our reach spans across 100 countries, supported by regional offices in the USA, Europe, Thailand, New Zealand, and the Middle East. Our reputation has been built on high-quality products, with services delivered by people who are passionate about quality, reliability and practicality.

This is a great opportunity for the right individual to join Australia's leading off-road equipment specialist and be part of a globally expanding organisation.

If you feel that this could be the right move for you and you have the necessary skills and experience required to be successful in this role, please apply online today to take the next step in your career!