Automotive Quality Engineer: APQP/PPAP & Lean

Magna International Limited (Hong Kong); Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a Quality professional to lead quality systems, conduct root-cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement in automotive seating production. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure adherence to IATF16949 and customer requirements.

The role focuses on process control, data analysis, and robust problem-solving methodologies, with opportunities to influence quality performance and product excellence.

Qualifications

• ASQ certification (CQE/CQM/CQA) preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of quality experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with Minitab and quality tools such as FMEA and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes and control plans.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations using structured problem-solving methods.
• Provide quality support for production operations and monitor process capability.
• Interface with customers on quality concerns and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support supplier quality development and audits, and drive continuous improvement.
• Participate in APQP, PPAP submissions and quality planning activities.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Statistical methods

Documentation

Education

ASQ Certification (CQE / CQM / CQA)

Tools

Minitab

Reading & Understanding Drawing / GDT

APQP/PPAP knowledge

Job description

Magna Seating in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a Quality professional to lead quality systems, conduct root-cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement in automotive seating production. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure adherence to IATF16949 and customer requirements.

The role focuses on process control, data analysis, and robust problem-solving methodologies, with opportunities to influence quality performance and product excellence.