Automotive Quality Engineer (APQP / PPAP)

Mykelly; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

First shift

Long-term contract

Automotive manufacturing exposure

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an experienced Automotive Quality Engineer to join a premier manufacturing client. This role focuses on implementing and continually improving automotive quality systems, processes, and customer requirements.

You will work with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to ensure products meet quality standards. Expect hands-on APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949, SPC, and Gage R&R activities.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of quality experience, preferably in automotive manufacturing.
• Hands-on APQP and PPAP documentation and submissions.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 automotive quality standards.
• Experience with SPC, capability studies, and Gage R&R.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and specs.
• Experience developing and maintaining control plans and quality docs.
• Familiar with customer and supplier quality requirements and audits.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to facilities or customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain process control plans to ensure product quality.
• Conduct Gage R&R and process capability studies.
• Monitor processes for compliance with specs and customer requirements.
• Prepare quality documentation, control plans, and work instructions.
• Support IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 compliance.
• Perform Layered Process Audits and assist with corrective actions.
• Participate in APQP activities and PPAP documentation.
• Develop SPC activities to reduce defects.
• Review drawings and verify conformance.
• Collaborate with teams to address quality concerns.
• Maintain quality records and reports.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

IATF 16949

SPC

Gage R&R

Quality systems

Quality documentation

Quality audits

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Kelly®, we’re passionate about helping you find a job that works for you. How about this one?

Kelly is seeking an experienced Automotive Quality Engineer to join a premier manufacturing client. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional with a strong background in automotive manufacturing, quality systems, process improvement, and customer quality requirements.

If you have hands‑on experience with APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949, SPC, and manufacturing quality processes, we want to hear from you!

Position Details

• Pay: $38.00 per hour

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

• Contract Duration: 9–12 months

What’s a Typical Day as an Automotive Quality Engineer?

As an Automotive Quality Engineer, you will support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of quality systems within an automotive manufacturing environment. You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers to ensure products and processes meet quality standards and customer requirements.

Quality Systems & Process Control

• Develop, implement, and maintain process control plans to ensure consistent product quality and manufacturing performance.

• Conduct process capability studies and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies.

• Monitor manufacturing processes for compliance with control plans, engineering specifications, and customer requirements.

• Prepare and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, inspection instructions, visual aids, and work instructions.

• Support compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer‑specific quality requirements.

• Perform Layered Process Audits (LPA) and assist with corrective actions.

APQP, PPAP & Quality Engineering

• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new and existing manufacturing programs.

• Prepare, review, and submit Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation in accordance with customer requirements.

• Develop and support Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities to improve manufacturing consistency and reduce defects.

• Perform capability studies to evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements to verify product conformance.

• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to address quality concerns and support process improvements.

Customer, Supplier & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate customer quality concerns and assist with implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Support supplier quality activities and coordinate resolution of quality‑related issues.

• Participate in customer visits, quality reviews, and manufacturing audits.

• Collaborate with production teams to ensure products meet fit, function, reliability, durability, and appearance requirements.

• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce defects, and strengthen quality processes.

• Apply Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to support operational excellence.

• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation.

This Job Might Be an Outstanding Fit If You Have:

• 2–3+ years of quality experience, preferably within automotive manufacturing.

• Hands‑on experience with APQP and PPAP documentation and submissions.

• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 automotive quality standards.

• Experience with SPC, process capability studies, and Gage R&R.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.

• Experience developing and maintaining manufacturing control plans and quality documentation.

• Familiarity with customer quality requirements, supplier quality concerns, and manufacturing audits.

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Experience working with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and production teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and support quality improvement initiatives.

• Willingness to travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when necessary.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field preferred.

• Equivalent relevant manufacturing quality experience will be considered.

Why You’ll Love Working With Kelly

• Competitive pay of $38.00 per hour.

• Consistent 1st‑shift schedule, Monday through Friday.

• Long‑term contract opportunity lasting approximately 9–12 months.

• Opportunity to work with an established automotive manufacturing organization.

• Gain valuable experience supporting automotive quality systems, engineering teams, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Work with a recognized staffing leader committed to helping you advance your career.

About Kelly

Kelly connects talented people to companies in need of their skills. We’re proud to support our employees and offer opportunities to grow professionally while working with leading employers.

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process.

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