Plant Quality Engineer

Stellantis; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

17+ paid holidays

401k employer match

Disability and life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stellantis is looking for a Plant Quality Engineer to oversee product conformity at the Toledo Assembly Complex. The role involves validating product changes, improving quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, data analysis skills, and experience with problem-solving tools. Stellantis offers comprehensive health coverage, generous paid time off, and a supportive work culture focused on employee growth and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Well versed in both Microsoft and Google applications.
• Ability to perform data analysis to identify trends and effectiveness of actions.
• Effective presentation and public speaking skills.
• Experience with problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Validate product changes and provide technical expertise.
• Manage product quality issues and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams and stakeholders.
• Lead initiatives to address product quality targets.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving tools

Effective presentation skills

Microsoft applications

Google applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

FMEA

Job description

Overview

Plant Quality Engineer (PQE) - Responsible for all aspects of product conformity for their systems / components at the Toledo Assembly Complex. The PQE reports to the PQE Lead and collaborates with salaried and hourly assembly plant/corporate personnel to complete projects within their area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Validating product changes, providing technical expertise, and improving outgoing quality to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Responding to manufacturing quality issues with integrity and managing all product changes.
• Supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives within the plant using advanced problem-solving methods and SPW kaizen methodology.
• Collaborating with cross-functional manufacturing teams and facilitating consensus to drive action from main stakeholders.
• Supporting external quality KPI management to achieve targets and drive corrective actions and escalation as needed.
• Reviewing warranty/CQI claims daily, maintaining issue stratification, and managing the Warranty Wall portion responsible for their area.
• Leading improvement activities in vehicle quality by addressing nonconformities to product quality targets (SCA, VLO, BSR, and TDF) to assigned targets.
• Supporting Corporate Quality objectives/deliverables and communicating requirements to all groups involved to ensure goals are achieved.
• Collaborating with internal and external resources to achieve project/program timing.
• Leading teams to identify issues/risks associated with product designs, processes, and applications using FMEA and other risk assessment tools.

Location

4400 Chrysler Drive, Toledo, Ohio 43608, United States

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited university (other engineering degrees with relevant experience may be considered)
• Well versed in both Microsoft and Google applications
• Ability to perform data analysis to identify top issues, summarize trends, distinctions, and effectiveness of corrective actions and continuous improvement activities
• Effective presentation/public speaking skills (comfortable presenting to all levels of the organization)
• Experience with problem solving tools
• Able to demonstrate coaching and teaching abilities
• Self-motivated and directed
• Ability to thrive in a high-intensity environment while working on multiple projects
• A passion for spending time on the shop floor and understanding the build process from a 4M1D standpoint (man, method, machine, material, and design)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree
• Reactive Green Belt / Black Belt Certification
• Previous experience in resolving complex issues including root cause and repairs
• Previous experience in Product Engineering and/or Vehicle Integration / Development at supplier or Tier 1 Automotive Manufacturer
• Previous Manufacturing and/or Quality experience within a vehicle/Component assembly plant

Employment Type

Full-time

About Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

Additional Job Posting Information

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you will have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage to protect you and your family.

Generous Paid Time Off

We offer 17+ paid holidays, including a shutdown from December 24 through New Year’s Day, vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans; employer contribution even if you don’t contribute.

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Disability, life, and other insurance programs to provide peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage; exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

Support for all paths to parenthood, including fertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Growth and Giving Back

Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, and 18 paid volunteer hours annually.

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re building a career at a company that supports you inside and outside of work.