Manufacturing Quality Engineer — New Product Launch Expert

Slate Auto LLC; United States; On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to lead new product launches with a focus on PPAP submissions, supplier quality actions, and process development. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure high-quality components and robust manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in manufacturing quality, strong experience with QMS, Six Sigma, SPC, and FMEA, and a proven track record in supplier quality management and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in engineering or quality assurance and control within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in QMS and tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and SPC.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Familiarity with FMEA and risk assessment tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication skills across cross-functional teams.
• Experience in supplier quality management and inbound materials quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Approve PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) Submissions.
• Follow up on supplier corrective actions.
• Support problem-solving activities for supplier quality.
• Provide production line support for supplier issues.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments and manage certifications.
• Coordinate incoming inspection processes.
• Provide part inspection support for new products and launches.
• Implement supplier performance strategies and scorecards.
• Collaborate with supplier quality to drive improvements.
• Conduct internal audits and monitor KPIs (scrap, supplier performance).
• Manage obsolete materials to avoid mix-ups during launches.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate quality into manufacturing.
• Maintain quality documentation (control plans, procedures, manuals).
• Support FMEA development and risk assessment activities.
• Provide quality support to technical and manufacturing teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

SPC

FMEA

APQP

PPAP

QMS

Root Cause Analysis

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Supplier quality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field

Tools

AIAG

IATF 16949

MSA

Job description

Slate is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to lead new product launches with a focus on PPAP submissions, supplier quality actions, and process development. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure high-quality components and robust manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in manufacturing quality, strong experience with QMS, Six Sigma, SPC, and FMEA, and a proven track record in supplier quality management and problem solving.