Automotive Quality Engineer - APQP/IATF Specialist

Genie Matthews and Associates; Wilson (NC); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Genie Matthews and Associates in North Carolina seeks a Plant Quality Engineer to drive quality functions, review design documentation, and ensure compliance with customer requirements and IATF 16949 standards across automotive programs.

The role focuses on leading APQP activities, PPAP submissions, quality audits, and continuous improvement with the Manufacturing Team to resolve issues, support supplier quality, and uphold product specifications in a fast-paced plant environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) required.
• Recent experience in the Automotive Industry.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 Quality Systems.
• Experience with APQP processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Proven technical skills on product and process.
• Experience in program launches in automotive environments.

Responsabilidades

• Utilize AIAG tools (Control Plan, PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC) to resolve quality concerns.
• Manage internal and external quality concerns with Pareto analysis and fast-track responses.
• Act as customer support and investigate customer complaints.
• Assist with continuous improvement activities such as SPC and capability studies.
• Assist with IATF 16949 activities.
• Manage/interface with customer quality systems.
• Address supplier quality issues and manage quality holds.
• Create and maintain PPAP status with customers.
• Review and disposition products placed on hold.
• Organize necessary rework/sorting operations.
• Assist with corrective actions implementation.
• Create, review, and update job books documenting standards and specs.
• Utilize 8D, 5Why problem solving techniques.
• Handle customer and supplier concerns appropriately.
• Conduct random audits with Manufacturing Leaders to drive improvements.
• Perform audits to support plant function.
• Supervise vendor quality control and calibration of measuring equipment.
• Enforce safety regulations and company safety rules.

Conocimientos

IATF 16949 Quality Systems

APQP

Lean Manufacturing

Communication skills

Problem Solving

Technical skills

Automotive experience

Program launch

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

Genie Matthews and Associates in North Carolina seeks a Plant Quality Engineer to drive quality functions, review design documentation, and ensure compliance with customer requirements and IATF 16949 standards across automotive programs.

The role focuses on leading APQP activities, PPAP submissions, quality audits, and continuous improvement with the Manufacturing Team to resolve issues, support supplier quality, and uphold product specifications in a fast-paced plant environment.