Global APQP Engineer - Automotive Quality & Process

Tsubaki Nakashima Co., Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tsubaki Nakashima UK is seeking a Quality role to lead and support the global quality organization. You will ensure products meet internal and external standards, including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, while driving data-driven improvements across processes and suppliers.

The role emphasizes APQP deployment, PFMEA facilitation, PPAP coordination, and robust quality documentation. You will work within a cross-functional team to uphold customer requirements and continuous quality excellence.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with quality focus or relevant experience in automotive/ball manufacturing.
• Experience in automotive quality standards and customer-specific requirements (OEMs).
• Proficient in quality methodologies (FMEA, SPC, 8D, 5 Whys).

Responsibilities

• Lead all five phases of APQP deployment for ball and roller manufacturing.
• Facilitate PFMEA to mitigate process risks in heading, flashing, and heat treatment.
• Coordinate PPAP submissions for major automotive or industrial OEMs.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, control plans, and process flow diagrams.
• Evaluate sub-tier suppliers and ensure APQP/PPAP conformance.
• Implement SPC and conduct capability studies for key processes.
• Lead structured root-cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa) for nonconformities.

Skills

Ball making

Quality tools

FMEA

SPC

8D

5 Whys

Data-driven decisions

Lean/Six Sigma

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Automotive)

Science with quality qualifications/experience

Tools

SPC

MSA

Six Sigma

Job description

Tsubaki Nakashima UK is seeking a Quality role to lead and support the global quality organization. You will ensure products meet internal and external standards, including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, while driving data-driven improvements across processes and suppliers.

The role emphasizes APQP deployment, PFMEA facilitation, PPAP coordination, and robust quality documentation. You will work within a cross-functional team to uphold customer requirements and continuous quality excellence.