Automotive Quality Engineer - 8D/PPAP, IATF Expert

Anton Häring KG; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anton Häring KG is seeking an on-site Quality Engineer in Lavonia, GA to support production in resolving quality and process issues. The role emphasizes root cause analysis (8D), APQP/PPAP, and adherence to IATF 16949 and VDA standards.

The candidate should have automotive-quality experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to maintain product integrity and drive continuous improvement. Pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive quality management and manufacturing environments.
• IATF 16949, VDA, Core Tools, and PPAP knowledge is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support production in resolving quality and process issues
• Ensure products meet the organization´s and customers´quality and product integrity requirements
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D methodology
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements, including VDA
• Lead and support automotive quality Core Tools activities, including APQP and PPAP
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and reduce defects
• Review and maintain quality documentation and processes

Skills

Quality management

IATF 16949 knowledge

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

High school diploma

Tools

APQP

PPAP

Core Tools

VDA

IATF processes

Job description

• Support production in resolving quality and process issues
• Ensure products meet the organization´s and customers´quality and product integrity requirements
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D methodology
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements, including VDA
• Lead and support automotive quality Core Tools activities, including APQP and PPAP
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and reduce defects
• Review and maintain quality documentation and processes

Your Profile:

• Experience in quality within manufacturing, automotive preferred
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, VDA, Core Tools, and PPAP
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
• High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management or related discipline preferred
• Must be able to work on-site in Lavonia, GA

Pay is based on your previous experience.

Join a global manufacturing team focused on precision, quality, and continuous improvement.

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