Onsite Quality Engineer for APQP & Process Improvement

Power Drives Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

Power Drives, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Quality Engineer for a 100% onsite role. The position focuses on APQP, PPAP, and quality system ownership within a manufacturing environment. You will support calibration processes, PPAP submissions, and continuous improvement initiatives across suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a 2-year technical degree with a 4-year degree preferred, plus at least 2 years of manufacturing quality experience and familiarity with AIAG practices.

Qualifications

• MS Office proficiency (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of AIAG standard practices.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with calibration systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify and validate APQP activities.
• Manage PDI's calibration system.
• Review and submit customer PPAP requests.
• Review and approve vendor PPAP submissions.
• Handle vendor corrective actions.
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement.

Skills

Verbal and written communications

Prioritization

Quality mindset

Self-motivation

Education

2 Year Technical Degree

4 Year Degree Preferred

Tools

MS Office

Calibration system

Job description

Power Drives, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Quality Engineer for a 100% onsite role. The position focuses on APQP, PPAP, and quality system ownership within a manufacturing environment. You will support calibration processes, PPAP submissions, and continuous improvement initiatives across suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a 2-year technical degree with a 4-year degree preferred, plus at least 2 years of manufacturing quality experience and familiarity with AIAG practices.