Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Lear Corporation; Vigo; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lear Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer in Vigo to ensure robust product and process control aligned with the Control Plan and to partner closely with production teams.

The role emphasizes ownership of quality documentation, measurements, and continuous improvement across the production line, with authority to stop non-conforming processes to protect safety and quality.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field.
• Strong communication and coordination capabilities.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and quality requirements.
• Experience with quality tools: 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, SPC, FMEA, MSA, PPAP.
• Experience in manufacturing with process control knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure full compliance with Production Control Plans and maintain updated documentation throughout the program lifecycle.
• Verify proper use, calibration, and maintenance of measurement and test equipment, including red rabbits used for Poka‑Yoke validation.
• Collect, analyze, and react to manufacturing process data; maintain SPC capability studies and drive continuous improvement.
• Approve and maintain all quality documents for the production line/cell, such as Control Plans, Work Instructions, Boundary Samples, Appearance Books, and Rework/Inspection Instructions.
• Ensure proper containment, rework, and inspection processes for non‑conforming products while leading timely disposition.
• Lead problem‑solving and Fast Response activities, ensuring effective use of tools and timely 8D completion.
• Facilitate cross‑functional root‑cause resolution and coordinate internal sorting when required.
• Conduct process capability studies, recommend improvements based on findings, and verify effectiveness.
• Participate in FMEA reviews and updates.
• Supervise Manufacturing Process Quality Inspectors/Auditors and ensure the accuracy of inspections and audits.
• Exercise authority to stop any process or product delivery in cases of non‑conformance or safety/environmental risks.

Conocimientos

Communication

Coordination

Reading drawings

Quality tools

Manufacturing process knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field

Herramientas

8D problem solving

5-Why

Fishbone diagram

SPC

FMEA

MSA

PPAP

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer ensures strong product and process control aligned with the Control Plan while partnering closely with production teams.

Location

• Vigo, PO, ES, 36312
• Country/Region: Spain
• Job Function: Quality
• Requisition ID: 42902
• Employment Type: Salary
• Location Code: 0893

Key Tasks

• Ensure full compliance with Production Control Plans and maintain updated documentation throughout the program lifecycle.
• Verify proper use, calibration, and maintenance of measurement and test equipment, including “red rabbits” used for Poka‑Yoke validation.
• Collect, analyze, and react to manufacturing process data; maintain SPC capability studies and drive continuous improvement.
• Approve and maintain all quality documents for the production line/cell, such as Control Plans, Work Instructions, Boundary Samples, Appearance Books, and Rework/Inspection Instructions.
• Ensure proper containment, rework, and inspection processes for non‑conforming products while leading timely disposition.
• Lead problem‑solving and Fast Response activities, ensuring effective use of tools and timely 8D completion.
• Facilitate cross‑functional root‑cause resolution and coordinate internal sorting when required.
• Conduct process capability studies, recommend improvements based on findings, and verify effectiveness.
• Participate in FMEA reviews and updates.
• Supervise Manufacturing Process Quality Inspectors/Auditors and ensure the accuracy of inspections and audits.
• Exercise authority to stop any process or product delivery in cases of non‑conformance or safety/environmental risks.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical field.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and understand product‑specific quality requirements.
• Experience with quality and problem‑solving tools (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone, SPC, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA, PPAP).
• Experience in manufacturing environments with understanding of production and process control methods.