Quality Analyst

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Quality Analyst to support the Quality Management System and improve product and process quality across internal operations, customers, and suppliers. The Quality Analyst will investigate quality concerns, implement containment actions, identify root causes, and develop corrective actions, while supporting data reporting for stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in manufacturing, hands-on shop floor experience, and proficiency with SPC,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing floor experience.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.
• Core Tools Experience: SPC, Control Plans, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, MSA.
• Internal Auditing Experience (System, Process, Product, Layered Process Audits).

Responsibilities

• Handles internal, customer and supplier complaints and leads cross functional teams through problem resolution.
• Interacts with customers/suppliers to maintain positive and collaborative relationships.
• Reviews portals, bulletins, indicators, and communicates status updates to leadership.
• Uses process documentation (Flow Charts, FMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions) to drive improvements.
• Applies data analysis to support business decisions and improvement efforts.
• Performs inspections and measurements and logs results in quality databases.
• Supports APQP/PPAP activities (Dimensional reviews, PSW prep, master sample creation).
• Keeps gauges and equipment in good condition and coordinates calibrations/repairs as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Quality tools

Problem solving

Tools

SPC

Control plans

PPAP

FMEA

APQP

MSA

Internal audits

Job description

Job Posting Title

Quality Analyst

Job Description Summary

Dauch is looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team in Auburn Hills, MI. This position will support the development and continuous improvement of the facility's Quality Management System while helping ensure product and process quality across internal operations, customers, and suppliers. The Quality Engineer will investigate quality concerns, implement containment actions, identify root causes, and develop effective corrective and preventive actions. This role will also analyze product, process, and equipment data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, provide recommendations, and prepare quality reports for stakeholders across the organization, as well as customers and suppliers. The ideal candidate will have experience in metal forming processes, with a primary focus on forging,

Job Description

• Handles internal, customer and supplier complaints - Champions issues and leads cross functional teams through the problem resolution process.
• Interacts directly with the customers and/or suppliers, maintaining and improving relationships (ensuring they remain positive and collaborative).
• Reviews customer portals, bulletins, and indicators (scorecards) and communicates status updates/changes to AHMC leadership.
• Understands key process documentation and uses it to drive the business and improve (Flow Charts, FMEA, Control Plans, Work instructions)
• Applies data and information to drive the business forward, using sound analysis and decision making.
• Performs inspections and measurements, detailing results by completing reports/logs and inputting data into the appropriate quality database.
• Collects and compiles data to support customer specific requirements (SPC, MSA, GR&R, CMM data, etc)
• Supports the APQP/PPAP process (ex. Dimensional review and file preparations, PSW preparations, master sample creation,
• Keeps equipment and gauges in a high state of operation and readiness by following operating instructions and established procedures, troubleshoots breakdowns, maintains supplies, performing preventive maintenance and arranges for calibrations and/or repairs when needed.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to organization standards, policies, and legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential concerns.
• Supports production quality and organization success by considering related, different, and new requests and helping others accomplish job results and company objectives.
• Maintains outstanding communication skills and creates a positive and collaborative work environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• 3-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing floor experience.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.
• Core Tool Experience (SPC, Control Planning, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, MSA).
• Internal Auditing Experience (System Audits, Process Audits, Product Audits, Layered Process Audits).

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.