Automotive Quality Engineer – Continuous Improvement Leader

Actalent; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee assistance program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer in Plymouth, MI to ensure products and processes meet internal standards and customer/regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and operations to drive continuous improvement, reduce defects, and foster a strong quality culture.

The role involves managing quality issues with customers and suppliers, conducting process audits, and supporting NC/ECN actions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer with Automotive Tier 1 High Volume Manufacturing Suppliers.
• Expertise in automotive plastics or automotive lighting, specifically mid to large size plastic parts for interior or exterior.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Proficiency in Core Quality Tools/Methodologies: APQP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, PPAP, Control Plans, Process Flows, Root Cause Analysis, and Practical Problem Solving.
• Proficiency in and learning of Business Operating Systems (e.g., IATF, IMDS, QSI, OEM Customer requirements).
• Knowledge of basic concepts of design output, metrology, and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all internal and external quality issues from both customers and suppliers as assigned.
• Review and update required documentation.
• Communicate with customers on issues regarding product quality and navigate OEM portals.
• Participate in the implementation and effectiveness of customer-related corrective actions and aid in investigating and responding to customer complaints regarding product quality.
• Ensure best practices are followed throughout the design process.
• Conduct process audits to ensure accuracy of paperwork and that inspection aids are present, meeting the line process flow.
• Ensure that the requirements of the Control Plan are being fulfilled.
• Develop and obtain customer-approved boundary samples and maintain these samples throughout the production cycle.
• Support training when necessary, such as with boundary samples, quality alerts, and SPC.
• Responsible for scrap reduction initiatives related to reduction in Risk Prior Numbers (RPN).
• Participate in pre-launch programs with regard to design and specifications required.
• Ensure timely closure of engineering change action items.
• Manage containment activities both internally and externally.
• Assess manufacturing issues to ensure quality systems and error proofing are not compromised.
• Review component drawings and understand the application requirements for each component.
• Maintain control of rejected parts in the plant hold area as per the Nonconforming Material Process (NCM).
• Review warranty returns, follow up with customers, and provide analysis of data as required.
• Review and analyze dimensional data from first piece layouts, gauge R&R, and capability studies.

Skills

Quality engineer experience

Automotive Tier 1 supplier experience

Quality systems knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

IATF

IMDS

QSI

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer in Plymouth, MI to ensure products and processes meet internal standards and customer/regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and operations to drive continuous improvement, reduce defects, and foster a strong quality culture.

The role involves managing quality issues with customers and suppliers, conducting process audits, and supporting NC/ECN actions.