Engineer I, Quality

Astemo, Ltd.; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo, Ltd. in the United States seeks a Quality Engineer to lead root-cause analyses and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement ICA/PCA actions, monitor quality metrics, and ensure timely closure of corrective actions while maintaining safety and policy adherence.

The role requires 1–3 years in manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency with MS Office. Domestic travel up to 5% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 1–3 years manufacturing-related experience preferred.
• Experience with problem solving tools, SPC, GD&T, and 8D.
• Previous working experience with Automotive Quality Operating Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate root cause of customer line claims to eliminate root cause and establish ICA’s and PCA’s.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves methods with emphasis on quality, efficiency, process, costing, and equipment improvements.
• Observe and assist higher level Engineers in resolving issues related to technology, equipment and processes.
• Provide continuous updates to Customer QE regarding status of current improvement items.
• Ensure manufacturing facilities establish timelines for action items and meet them.
• Prepare and distribute Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports to management.
• Track continuous improvement through measurable reports/graphs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

MS Office proficiency

Problem-solving certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Includes the following

• Always operate in a safe manner, following all company rules including 100% adherence to PPE
• Develops, evaluates, and improves methods while emphasizing the implementation of quality, efficiency, process, costing, and equipment improvements
• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate root cause of Customer Line Claims found through part returns to eliminate the root cause and establish ICA’s and PCA’s
• Observes and assists higher level Engineers in resolving problematic issues related to specific areas of technology, equipment and processes
• Provide continuous updates to Customer QE pertaining to status of current Customer improvement items
• Ensure manufacturing facilities establish clear and concise timelines for when action items will be implemented and ensure they work towards meeting these timelines
• Prepare and distribute Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports to the management
• Track continuous improvement through measurable reports/graphs

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

• This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner, ensuring Compliance to all Quality related Customer and Internal requirements
• Preference to Certification in formal problem-solving methodologies
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction is required as are strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with PCs and application software, such as MS Office tools is required

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience

Experience:

• 1-3 years prior manufacturing related experience preferred
• Working experience with problem solving tools, SPC, GD&T, and 8D
• Previous working experience with Automotive Quality Operating Systems

Physical Demands:

• Required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work 40 – 60 hours per week, including weekends and holiday work as required

Travel:

Up to 5% domestic and international may be required as needed

Work Environment:

Working in an office environment with exposure to manufacturing areas