Manufacturing Quality Lead – Process Excellence

Parker; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker in Apodaca, Mexico is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products and manufacturing processes meet internal standards and regulatory requirements. This role emphasizes defect prevention, process control, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement to elevate product quality and operational performance.

You will lead quality plans, PFMEA, control plans, audits, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and support production transfers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 4-6 years of experience leading quality engineering or manufacturing quality roles.
• ASQ certification or Lean Six Sigma/Lead Auditor is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with complex mechanical products; hydraulics, heavy equipment, or automotive experience preferred.
• Experience supporting production launches, plant transfers, or major process changes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality plans, procedures, process controls, inspection methods, and reaction plans.
• Lead prevention-based quality culture by improving process capability and in-process controls.
• Lead quality readiness for transfer and launch of production lines into Mexico.
• Conduct 8D, root cause analysis, and verify corrective actions.
• Analyze quality data and KPIs to identify risks and opportunities.
• Ensure PFMEAs, Control Plans, and inspection criteria are maintained.
• Perform internal/process audits and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support customer and third-party audits and close actions.
• Validate Fit, Form and Function before production release.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills (English)

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

APQP

Job description

Parker in Apodaca, Mexico is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products and manufacturing processes meet internal standards and regulatory requirements. This role emphasizes defect prevention, process control, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement to elevate product quality and operational performance.

You will lead quality plans, PFMEA, control plans, audits, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and support production transfers to