Program Quality Engineer

Plasman; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasman in Greer, SC is seeking a Program Quality Engineer to lead quality activities across program launches and sustaining manufacturing, partnering with program management, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.

You will drive 8D problem solving, APQP/PPAP deliverables, and ensure ISO/IATF compliance while coaching teams in quality methods and measurement systems.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree in engineering, quality, or related field.
• 3–5 years of quality engineering experience in automotive/manufacturing.
• Experience with FMEA, PPAP, control plans, APQP and automotive tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead program‑level quality activities from kickoff through launch and production.
• Ensure documentation and control plans meet contracts and requirements.
• Lead cross‑functional problem solving (8D, root cause analysis) for launches.
• Collaborate with suppliers on PPAP requirements and corrective actions.
• Support production launches with process audits and first‑article inspections.
• Coordinate product validation and testing with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensure ISO/IATF compliance and assist audits as needed.
• Provide training on quality methods and inspection techniques.

Skills

Quality planning

8D problem solving

FMEA

PPAP/APQP

Data analysis

Strong communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Minitab

GD&T

Job description

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One Company, One Driving Force.

With a rich history dating back over 45 years, Plasman is a leading global automotive and manufacturing company with several locations across North America and Europe. At Plasman, you will work with the world's best and brightest to shape the future of our global company. Our employees come from rich and diverse backgrounds working collectively together for the success of one company. We believe the most impressive thing we’ve built is our workforce. And together, we will accomplish more than ever imagined.

We are Plasman. And we are One Driving Force.

Plasman is currently seeking a new member to join our ADVANCED MANUFACTURING LAUNCH team as a:

PROGRAM QUALITY ENGINEER

The Program Quality Engineer will lead and support product and process quality activities across program launches and sustaining manufacturing. This role partners with cross‑functional teams including program management, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure product quality, drive continuous improvement, and meet customer part approvals and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage program‑level quality activities from program kickoff through launch and into production, ensuring timely execution of quality plans and gate deliverables.
• Ensure that product and process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contracts.
• Lead cross‑functional problem solving (8D, root cause analysis) for new model launch manufacturing issues; drive containment, corrective actions, and verification of effectiveness.
• Work with suppliers to establish PPAP quality requirements and support supplier corrective action and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support production launches by conducting process audits, performing first‑article inspections, and ensuring readiness of measuring systems and inspection equipment.
• Coordinate and oversee product validation and testing activities with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution and compliance with requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality management systems and standards (ISO/IATF) and support internal and external audits as required.
• Provide training and coaching to production and engineering teams on quality methods, inspection techniques, and problem‑solving tools.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience We're Looking For

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in engineering, quality, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing sector supporting program launches and production.
• Demonstrated experience with FMEA, PPAP, control plans, APQP, and other automotive quality tools and deliverables.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional problem solving and implement effective corrective actions (8D, root cause analysis).
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and quality metrics; familiarity with Minitab or similar tools is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously while meeting milestones and delivering results.
• Knowledge of ISO/IATF quality management systems and experience supporting audits.
• Experience with measurement systems analysis (MSA) and GD&T is preferred.

Plasman values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. We invest in our people and give them the tools they need to achieve success in their career.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or have any questions, please contact HR.

Thousands of Innovative Minds. One Driving Force

Visit our website at plasman.com to see our capabilities and the culture that creates it.

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