QUALITY ENGINEER

Power Drives Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

Power Drives, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Quality Engineer for a 100% onsite role. The position focuses on APQP, PPAP, and quality system ownership within a manufacturing environment. You will support calibration processes, PPAP submissions, and continuous improvement initiatives across suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a 2-year technical degree with a 4-year degree preferred, plus at least 2 years of manufacturing quality experience and familiarity with AIAG practices.

Qualifications

• MS Office proficiency (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of AIAG standard practices.
• Capability to work with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with calibration systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify and validate APQP activities.
• Manage PDI's calibration system.
• Review and submit customer PPAP requests.
• Review and approve vendor PPAP submissions.
• Handle vendor corrective actions.
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement.

Skills

Verbal and written communications

Prioritization

Quality mindset

Self-motivation

Education

2 Year Technical Degree

4 Year Degree Preferred

Tools

MS Office

Calibration system

Job description

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QUALITY ENGINEER

Full Time Buffalo, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1742

Power Drives, Inc. is a Buffalo‑based manufacturer specializing in custom‑engineered hose, tube, and fluid conveyance systems for a wide range of industrial and mobile equipment applications. Founded in 1946, PDI is known for delivering high‑quality, reliable solutions backed by strong engineering expertise and decades of industry experience.

Quality Engineer

Objective

Perform analysis, research and testing to promote a technical understanding of the processes involved in quality. Promote and be actively involved in the process improvement activities, perform duties as assigned by management in regard to new product development, part approval processes, and calibrations and test methodologies.

This role is 100% onsite

• 2 Year Technical Degree
• 4 Year Degree Preferred
• 2 Years Manufacturing Quality Experience
• Experience in Automotive Quality Systems ISO/TS
• Experience writing and maintaining Control Plans, PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams and Quality Work Instructions
• Experience in problem solving techniques, specifically 3 Legged, 5 Why and 8D
• Experience in PPAP process

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of MS office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.…)
• High level of verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of AIAG standard practices
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of calibration system

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Verification and validation APQP activities
• Management of PDI's calibration system
• Review and submission of all customer PPAP requests
• Review and approval of all vendor PPAP submissions
• Vendor returns and associated Corrective Actions
• Participating in PDI's LPA and internal system audit processes
• Supervising facility Quality Technicians
• Maintenance of PDI's PFD, Control Plans, Gage R&R's, and Inspection Systems
• Communicating with the customer in regards to APQP, Corrective Action, Product/Process Improvement
• Participating in PDI's supplier improvement program
• Participating in PDI's continuous improvement process
• Other duties as assigned by the facility Quality Manager
• Manage and maintain the planning and execution of PDI's verification and validation processes from RFQ through production to ensure proper controls are consistently utilized by both PDI and our vendors.

Pay Range
Starting at $65,000-90,000 plus annual incentive plan
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual salaries will be set within the compensation range and determined by factors such as market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise, and internal equity considerations.

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