Automotive QA Engineer — QMS & Supplier Audits

Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k with Generous Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Long‑/

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc. is seeking a Quality Management professional to support the QMS program and reduce quality returns. The role emphasizes hands-on audits, supplier collaboration, and procedural improvements to ensure high product quality across automotive components.

The candidate should have 5+ years in quality in the automotive field, with strong experience in audits and process improvement. Strong teamwork and documentation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of related experience; automotive field acceptable in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Train Quality Engineers and staff.
• Assist in hiring branch staff.
• Supervise day-to-day branch functions.
• Support QMS audits at LKQ locations; conduct internal audits.
• Coordinate supplier audits and investigate damage sources.
• Assist in writing operating procedures and design equipment modifications.
• Evaluate packing materials and ensure product quality.
• Participate in product testing and defect correction with suppliers.

Skills

Quality Audits

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Root Cause Analysis

QMS Tools

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Automotive/Industrial Equipment

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Keystone Automotive Industries, Inc. is seeking a Quality Management professional to support the QMS program and reduce quality returns. The role emphasizes hands-on audits, supplier collaboration, and procedural improvements to ensure high product quality across automotive components.

The candidate should have 5+ years in quality in the automotive field, with strong experience in audits and process improvement. Strong teamwork and documentation skills are essential for success.