Quality Engineer

Colonial Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava is seeking aQuality Engineer to support plant quality activities and lead cross‑functional quality initiatives on the manufacturing floor. You will train team members in quality methods, drive corrective actions, and ensure containment and prevention across production lines.

You will partner with engineering, operations, and suppliers to validate measurements, update documentation, and support APQP activities from planning through launch.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience supporting AIAG APQP processes in manufacturing.
• Strong quality tools and problem-solving methods.
• Ability to analyze data and drive cross-functional solutions.
• Clear communication with teammates, plant leadership, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day quality support on the manufacturing floor to identify, contain, and resolve quality concerns.
• Lead investigations into quality issues with cross-functional teams and validate containment actions.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented, documented, and verified for effectiveness.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including customer-required documentation and approvals.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and verify error-proofing systems are operational.
• Support APQP activities and identify risks in existing production processes.
• Lead short-term quality initiatives to improve KPIs and plant performance.
• Complete plant floor audits and drive corrective actions and improvements.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement sustainable solutions with teams.
• Lead problem-solving activities and communicate with customers about quality concerns and audits.
• Participate in engineering change processes to update quality standards and validation requirements.
• Develop, validate, and verify error-proofing implementations.
• Support plant launch activities with quality documentation prior to production.

Skills

AIAG APQP

Quality tools

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Tools

MSA tools

APQP documentation

Job description

QUALITY ENGINEER

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

The Quality Engineer will support plant quality activities and provide hands‑on quality leadership across the manufacturing floor. This role partners closely with cross‑functional teams to resolve quality concerns, strengthen processes, support continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure quality standards are consistently met. The Quality Engineer will also train and support Team Members in the use of quality methods, tools, and problem‑solving practices that drive operational excellence.

What You Will Do:

• Provide day‑to‑day quality support to the manufacturing floor, helping identify, contain, and resolve quality concerns.
• Lead investigations into quality issues with cross‑functional teams and validate containment actions as needed.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented, documented, and verified for effectiveness.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including customer‑required documentation and approvals.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and verify that error‑proofing systems are operational and effective on the manufacturing floor.
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and identify new or emerging risks in existing production processes.
• Lead short‑term quality initiatives designed to improve key performance indicators (KPIs) and overall plant performance.
• Complete plant floor audits and use findings to drive corrective actions and process improvements.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and partner with cross‑functional teams to implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead problem‑solving activities and communicate with customers regarding quality concerns, corrective actions, warranty issues, and customer audits.
• Participate in the engineering change process to ensure quality standards, documentation, and validation requirements are updated for changes.
• Develop, validate, and verify error‑proofing implementation in support of manufacturing processes.
• Support plant launch activities as needed, including the creation and validation of quality documentation prior to production launch.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Three or more years of experience supporting AIAG APQP processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of quality tools, problem‑solving methods, corrective action processes, and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and partner with cross‑functional teams to implement effective solutions.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to work effectively with Team Members, plant leadership, and customers.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate documentation in a fast‑paced production environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Quality Certification (CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, CQA, etc.)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field or 10+ years’ experience; engineering degree is preferred

Travel:

• Minimum

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

• Respect:We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity:We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.