Automotive Launch Quality Engineer

CrossFire Group; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossFire Group in Warsaw, Indiana, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support the launch of new products and processes within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role will focus on establishing, implementing, and maintaining quality standards across production, with emphasis on launch readiness and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in automotive quality, strong problem-solving skills, and extensive knowledge of APQP, PFMEA,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality, quality engineering, or related disciplines.
• Experience supporting new product launches within an OEM or Tier 1 automotive environment strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of vehicle development, manufacturing processes, and launch quality requirements.
• Proven track record of contributing to successful program launches while meeting quality and operational objectives.
• Experience leading problem-solving activities and root cause investigations.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, quality assurance, and quality control principles.
• Proficiency with automotive quality tools and methodologies, including: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, IATF 16949 requirements
• Ability to analyze product and process performance and make sound, data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control processes for manufacturing operations, including sub-assembly and final assembly.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define and integrate quality requirements into manufacturing processes.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions to address product and process quality concerns.
• Conduct audits and process reviews to ensure compliance with established quality standards and specifications.
• Support supplier quality activities by collaborating with internal supplier quality teams to establish and monitor incoming material requirements.
• Create and maintain quality documentation including control plans, inspection procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Perform risk assessments using industry-standard quality tools and methodologies to minimize manufacturing and product risks.
• Support the development and maintenance of Process FMEAs and related quality documentation.
• Help establish quality processes and technical standards in partnership with product development, manufacturing, and program teams.
• Support product validation activities, testing initiatives, and quality approvals related to vehicle systems and functions.
• Provide daily quality support to manufacturing operations and technical teams.
• Participate in launch activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Collaboration

Teamwork

Launch quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Control Plans

MSA

IATF 16949

Core Tools

Job description

CrossFire Group in Warsaw, Indiana, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support the launch of new products and processes within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role will focus on establishing, implementing, and maintaining quality standards across production, with emphasis on launch readiness and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in automotive quality, strong problem-solving skills, and extensive knowledge of APQP, PFMEA,