Onsite Quality Engineer - Automotive CI

American Axle & Manufacturing; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Newton, NC seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure products and processes meet required standards. This onsite role requires interfacing with OEMs, developing quality systems, and driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in process or manufacturing quality within production settings, with strong GD&T, data analysis, and problem-solving skills. Automotive experience preferred and training on quality tools is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 2+ years in quality engineering/QA, preferably automotive.
• Strong GD&T and blueprints reading.
• Knowledge of quality tools: FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, PPAP.
• Experience with root cause analysis techniques (5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab).

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains quality assurance and control processes.
• Monitors production operations for compliance with quality standards.
• Performs root cause analysis and implements CAPA.
• Conducts internal audits and supports external audits.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Analyzes quality data and drives KPI improvements (scrap cost, NRFT, FTT).
• Leads continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Reviews designs, specs, and changes to identify quality risks.
• Ensures compliance with IATF-16949, ISO-9001, ISO-14001.
• Trains staff on quality standards and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Lean Six Sigma

Shainin certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

FMEA

SPC

Control Plans

PPAP

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Newton, NC seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure products and processes meet required standards. This onsite role requires interfacing with OEMs, developing quality systems, and driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in process or manufacturing quality within production settings, with strong GD&T, data analysis, and problem-solving skills. Automotive experience preferred and training on quality tools is provided.