Quality Engineeer

General Motors; Kokomo (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in the United States is seeking a Quality Engineer to analyze production processes and ensure product quality for internal and external customers.

You will partner with Manufacturing to resolve quality issues, drive corrective actions, and act as the technical liaison to customers, supporting BIQ and GMS compliance.

This onsite role requires strong problem-solving, PFMEA/PPAP knowledge, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver robust quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or 3+ years in Quality, Supplier Quality or Manufacturing.
• Proficient in facilitating structured problem-solving activities.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Process Control Plans and PPAP.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor part quality performance and drive corrective actions.
• Resolve manufacturing quality issues with customers and teams and ensure corrective actions are approved.
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving and BIQ initiatives to improve quality performance.
• Support IATF 16949, GMS, and BIQ certifications compliance.
• Maintain documentation of Launch Manufacturing Quality Readiness Reviews and PFMEA updates.
• Coach and audit GM Quality Manual elements and BIQ principles.

Skills

Engineering degree

Problem-solving facilitation

PFMEA/PCP/PPAP knowledge

Customer communication

PQS development

Statistical quality control

Project leadership

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Role:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for conducting ongoing analysis of the production process inputs and outputs to ensure that internal and external customer quality requirements are being achieved. The Quality Engineer will work with customers to resolve Manufacturing issues, part quality performance, and provide technical support of the product. The Quality Engineer will be the Technical Liaison between Manufacturing and our customer base.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Monitoring and reviewing part quality performance
• Address manufacturing quality issues and ensure customer approval of corrective actions
• Improving quality performance, of responsible manufacturing area, through hands-on problem-solving support. Helping to determine root cause and support implementing timely, effective and efficient corrective actions.
• Monitor and maintain all appropriate customer problem resolution systems
• Champion a Built in Quality (BIQ) element
• Support the compliance to IATF 16949, General Motors Global Manufacturing System (GMS), and Built-in-Quality (BIQ) certifications
• Actively participate in monthly proactive PFMEA reviews
• Provide quality technical assistance for production activities
• Develop, test, and craft quality solutions for changes
• Defect analysis resolution and verification for component quality
• Maintain documentation of Launch Manufacturing Quality Readiness Reviews
• Manage projects as requested by Site Quality Lead
• Must possess the ability to coach, teach, and audit elements of GM Quality Manual and GMS BIQ Principle and Elements. Managerial courage to provide direct, honest, constructive feedback to Plant Staff and Executive Leadership in a professional manner

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Engineering Degree or 3+ years of experience in Quality, Supplier Quality or Manufacturing
• Proficient in facilitating problem‑solving activities
• Working knowledge of Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Process Failure Modes Effect Analysis (PFMEA), and Process Control Plans (PCP)
• Working knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Ability to effectively communicate to customers
• Ability to develop product quality standards (PQS) based on customer requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical quality control and design of experiments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and lead diverse cross functional teams simultaneously.
• Interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
• Strong communication, written and presentation skills

What Gives You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• Statistical Problem Solving (Red X, OpEx, DFSS, DMAIC).
• Knowledge in print reading, GD&T interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.

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