Advanced Quality Engineer

Socket.dev; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401k with company match

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

US Farathane seeks an Advanced Quality Engineer to lead quality planning and launch activities for Ford programs, ensuring flawless execution from concept through production at the Auburn Hills, MI tech center. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, manufacturing plants, and Ford representatives to ensure APQP, PPAP, and capability studies are completed on time and to spec.

On-site role emphasizes collaboration with Ford teams and internal stakeholders to drive launch

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of quality experience within automotive industry.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, Capability Studies, Gauge R&R.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities for new product launches and pre-production programs.
• Drive quality deliverables throughout the program lifecycle to meet customer and internal requirements.
• Manage ECNs during launch and pre-production phases.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

Gauge R&R

Launch processes

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Job description

US Farathane is seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to lead quality planning and launch activities for our Ford programs, ensuring flawless execution from concept through production. If you thrive in a fast-paced automotive environment, enjoy collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers, and have a passion for delivering world-class quality, we want to hear from you. This position sits fully onsite at our Corporate Tech Center in Auburn Hills, MI.

What You'll Do

As an Advanced Quality Engineer, you will serve as a key quality leader during product launch and pre-production activities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, manufacturing plants, and Ford customer representatives to ensure successful APQP execution and launch readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product launches and pre-production programs.
• Drive quality deliverables throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) during launch and pre-production phases.
• Coordinate and submit complete PPAP packages, including engineering changes and customer approvals.
• Ensure all required documentation is submitted accurately and on time through customer portals and tracking systems.
• Participate in the creation and review of:
  • Process Flow Diagrams
  • PFMEAs
  • Control Plans
  • Special and Critical Characteristics
• Review customer drawings, specifications, standards, and supplier quality requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Develop Measurement System Analysis (MSA) plans, including Gauge R&R studies and capability analysis.
• Ensure PSW and other customer-required approvals are obtained prior to production launch.
• Manage temporary approvals and interim customer authorizations through final approval.
• Submit and maintain IMDS requirements for assigned programs.
• Support customer builds, launch activities, audits, process reviews, and supplier visits.
• Lead problem-solving efforts related to launch quality concerns and communicate timely updates to customers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Ford supplier quality requirements and APQP processes.
• Coach and mentor teammates on quality systems, processes, and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of quality experience within the automotive industry.
• Experience with:
  • APQP
  • PPAP
  • PFMEA
  • Control Plans
  • MSA
  • Capability Studies
  • Gauge R&R
• Strong understanding of automotive launch processes and customer-specific requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting Ford programs and working directly with Ford Engineering, Supplier Quality, or Customer Representatives.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 quality system requirements.
• Experience supporting manufacturing launches and supplier development activities.

Why Join US Farathane?

At US Farathane, you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative automotive programs while collaborating with talented teams across engineering, operations, and quality. We empower our employees to make an impact, develop their careers, and help shape the vehicles of tomorrow.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!

About US Farathane

US Farathane has been a leading provider of plastics manufacturing solutions to the automotive industry for over 50 years. Through advanced research and development, a highly skilled management team, and dedicated associates, we continue to grow and deliver innovative solutions. We offer a full range of capabilities—from black-box design and advanced composites to TPE, TPO, extrusion, and compression technologies—providing our customers with comprehensive, end-to-end support.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled individuals and veterans.