Engineer, Quality

Magna International; 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

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

JOB DUTIES:

• Quality Management
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, procedures, and control plans.
  • Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, industry standards, and internal quality management systems.
  • Support Quality Management System (QMS) maintenance and continuous improvement activities.
  • Monitor quality performance metrics and recommend corrective actions when targets are not achieved.
  • Participate in management reviews and quality planning activities.
• Problem Solving and Corrective Actions
  • Lead root cause analysis investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies such as:
    • 8D
    • A3
    • DMAIC
    • 5 Why Analysis
    • Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams
  • Coordinate containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
  • Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure sustainable solutions are implemented.
• Manufacturing Process Support
  • Provide quality support for production operations.
  • Monitor process capability and identify opportunities for variation reduction.
  • Review manufacturing processes and implement improvements to enhance product quality.
  • Support launch activities, process changes, and engineering changes.
  • Drive scrap reduction and waste elimination initiatives.
• Customer Quality
  • Interface directly with customers regarding quality concerns, complaints, and corrective actions.
  • Lead customer issue resolution and maintain timely responses.
  • Coordinate customer audits and facilitate action closure.
  • Prepare quality performance reports for customers as required.
• Supplier Quality
  • Support supplier development and supplier performance monitoring.
  • Investigate supplier quality issues and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Participate in supplier audits and supplier approval activities.
  • Monitor supplier quality metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Advanced Quality Planning
  • Support and maintain APQP activities.
  • Develop and review:PFMEADFMEAProcess Flow DiagramsControl PlansWork Instructions
  • Participate in Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and approvals.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Analyze quality data and identify trends using statistical methods.
  • Determines quality improvement parameters by identifying statistical methods relevant to manufacturing processes.
  • Establishes statistical confidence by identifying sample size and acceptable error; determining levels of confidence.
  • Develop reports and dashboards to measure process performance.
  • Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to improve manufacturing processes.
  • Review and analyze warranty data for the Division
  • Recommend actions based on data analysis and risk assessment.
• Auditing and Compliance
  • Conduct internal audits and layered process audits.
  • Support external, customer, and certification audits.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards including:IATF 16949ISO 9001Customer-specific requirementsRegulatory requirements
• Continuous Improvement
  • Lead and support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
  • Facilitate Kaizen activities and process improvement projects.
  • Participate in cost reduction and operational excellence programs.
  • Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all safety and non-safety plant rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.
• Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.
• Taking appropriate corrective action when substandard performance is observed.

Review and adhere toSpring HillSeating Systems’ health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures, policies and forms

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of accredited university/college in engineering, technical or business or ASQ Certification (CQE / CQM / CQA)
• Minimum 6 - 8years Quality relative experience in an automotive assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with the use of Minitab
• Experience in APQP & PPAP/PSW to automotive customers
• Experience with Reading and Understanding Drawing / GDT

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 - 5years ofQualityrelative experience in an automotive assembly or manufacturing environment.
• ASQ Certified or willingness to obtain
• Experience with IATF 16949 requirements.
• Experience with FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience with qualitycoretools and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience interacting with customers and suppliers.
• Knowledge of process auditing and quality systems.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience in inspection with strong skills in Root Cause Analysis.
• Experience with computers and good math skills
• Working knowledge of word, Excel, Experience with computers and good math skills
• Capability to Multi task

The above information reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the identified job.This shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Seating