Automotive Quality Engineer - APQP & Launch Leader (Onsite)

US Farathane Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays & PTO

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

US Farathane is seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to lead quality planning and launch activities for Ford programs, ensuring flawless execution from concept through production. This role sits onsite at our Auburn Hills Technology Center and collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.

You will guide APQP/PPAP activities, manage ECNs, and coordinate PPAP packages while developing MSAs and Gauge R&R studies.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of quality experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, Capability Studies, and Gauge R&R.
• Strong understanding of automotive launch processes and customer-specific requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer standards.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities for new product launches and pre-production programs.
• Drive quality deliverables throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) during launch and pre-production phases.
• Coordinate and submit complete PPAP packages, including engineering changes and customer approvals.
• Ensure all required documentation is submitted accurately and on time through customer portals and tracking systems.
• Participate in the creation and review of: Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Special and Critical Characteristics.
• Review customer drawings, specifications, standards, and supplier quality requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Develop Measurement System Analysis (MSA) plans, including Gauge R&R studies and capability analysis.
• Ensure PSW and other customer-required approvals are obtained prior to production launch.
• Manage temporary approvals and interim customer authorizations through final approval.
• Submit and maintain IMDS requirements for assigned programs.
• Support customer builds, launch activities, audits, process reviews, and supplier visits.
• Lead problem-solving efforts related to launch quality concerns and communicate timely updates to customers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Ford supplier quality requirements and APQP processes.
• Coach and mentor teammates on quality systems, processes, and customer expectations.

Skills

Quality engineering

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

Gauge R&R

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

US Farathane is seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to lead quality planning and launch activities for Ford programs, ensuring flawless execution from concept through production. This role sits onsite at our Auburn Hills Technology Center and collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.

You will guide APQP/PPAP activities, manage ECNs, and coordinate PPAP packages while developing MSAs and Gauge R&R studies.