Automotive Quality Engineer | APQP, PPAP & IATF 16949

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC

Wilson (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC is seeking a Plant Quality Engineer to support quality functions and perform engineering reviews ensuring compliance with customer requirements and quality manuals. The role involves coordinating AIAG quality tools, audits, and supplier quality management.

Ideal candidates have automotive industry experience and strong problem-solving, communication, and Lean manufacturing skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) required.
Recent experience in Automotive Industry.
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

Utilize core AIAG quality tools (Control Plan, PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC) to resolve quality concerns.
Manage internal and external quality concerns, fast track response, and Pareto analysis of defects.
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 customer quality system.
Address supplier quality issues and manage Quality hold area.
Create and maintain approved PPAP status with all customers.
Review and decide disposition of products on hold.
Organize necessary rework/sorting operations.
Assist with resolving internal and external quality problems and implementing corrective actions.
Create, review, and update job books to ensure proper documentation to set standards and customer product specifications.
Utilize quality problem solving techniques such as 8D, 5Why, etc.
Handle Customer and Supplier concerns appropriately.
Randomly audit problematic jobs and drive improvement with Manufacturing Team Leaders/Managers.
Perform audits to support plant function.
Supervise/manage vendor quality control and certification of measuring equipment.
Follow safety regulations and enforce safety rules.