Quality Assurance Engineer - J0052117

Astemo Ltd.; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo Ltd. in Berea, KY seeks a Quality Assurance professional to execute QA strategies at USBRP2. The role includes supporting new model launches, performing root cause analysis, and delivering quality data for internal reviews.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field and has at least two years in automotive QA, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or a technical field.
• Experience in automotive QA environments preferred.
• Ability to read engineering specifications, manuals and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Execute QA strategies and plans for USBRP2 site in Berea, KY.
• Support new model launches with data prep and submission.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions (FMEA, 8-D).
• Prepare and report quality metrics and trends.
• Interface with customers and internal departments for quality documentation.
• Reduce defects through Kaizen and cross-functional teams.
• Create and maintain daily/weekly/monthly QA reports.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Project

Kaizen

SPC

FMEA

8-D

DOE

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science or Technical area of study

Tools

Excel

Word

Project

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Under the direction of department management, exercises responsibility for execution of Quality Assurance strategies and tactical plans at USBRP2 (Berea, KY) site. This position exercises independent judgment routinely and operates within established guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Support new model launch including data preparation & submission.
• Participate in new model meetings and provide quality deliverables.
• Facilitating root cause analysis.
• Track, compile & report out on trial events.
• Visiting customers as necessary; working to meet customer satisfaction.
• Inspection activity for incoming components & finished products.
• Interface with customer for meetings and transfer of quality documentation.
• Providing support and data to other departments as necessary.
• Continually working to reduce defects in area of responsibility through cross functional continuous improvement teams.
• Cooperating with all other personnel as necessary.
• Daily/weekly/monthly Quality reports to the Q.A. Supervisor
• Tracks continuous improvement through measurable reports/graphs.
• Responsible for scrap meetings daily and scrap reports weekly.
• Capability to use common Microsoft computer program such as Excel, Word, Project, Visio, PowerPoint as above average skill level.

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills & abilities: Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess ability to perform duties utilizing current company software applications. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills required. This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to work from Engineering specifications, manuals, drawings, established procedures, verbal and written instructions, use a variety of precision measuring equipment. Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal. Must possess basic supervisory skills, SPC, FMEA, 8-D corrective action and DOE knowledge. KAIZEN activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science or Technical area of study.

Experience

At least 2 years prior automotive QA related experience preferred.

• Job level determined by various factors such as organization size, responsibility, career stage, and capabilities.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to work 40 hours per week, including weekends and holiday work.

Travel

Occasional travel to domestic suppliers & customer is expected. International travel to Japan for initial training is possible and as required for job performance.

Work Environment

Working in an office environment with exposure to manufacturing areas.