Automotive Quality Engineer: AIAG Tools & Process Improvement

6 Degrees Search; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide support in quality functions and audits to meet customer requirements. The role involves reviewing design documentation for compliance and coordinating PPAP status with customers.

The ideal candidate has recent automotive industry experience, knowledge of IATF 16949, and strong problem solving and communication skills. The position emphasizes continuous improvement and collaboration with manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Recent experience in Automotive Industry is required.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 Quality Systems.
• Experience with the APQP system.
• Exceptional communications skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques.
• Proven technical skills on product and process.
• Experience in Program launch with an automotive manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality functions to meet customer requirements.
• Perform quality engineering reviews/audits of design documentation for compliance.
• Utilise AIAG quality tools to resolve quality concerns.
• Manage internal and external quality concerns and pareto analysis of defects.
• Investigate customer complaints and support corrective actions.
• Assist with continuous improvement activities including SPC and capability studies.
• Support IATF 16949 activities and supplier quality issues.
• Create and maintain approved PPAP status with customers.
• Audit and manage vendor quality control and calibration of measuring equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Technical skills

Automotive industry experience

IATF 16949 knowledge

APQP experience

Program launch experience

Education

Bachelor's degree (BS or BA)

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide support in quality functions and audits to meet customer requirements. The role involves reviewing design documentation for compliance and coordinating PPAP status with customers.

The ideal candidate has recent automotive industry experience, knowledge of IATF 16949, and strong problem solving and communication skills. The position emphasizes continuous improvement and collaboration with manufacturing teams.