Quality Engineer

Kelly Services; Clover (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Friction in Clover, SC is actively seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to drive product quality in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing setting. You will analyze specifications, develop QC plans, and lead cross-functional teams to resolve issues and reduce scrap.

A strong background in automotive quality, statistical methods, and problem solving is essential. You will design and maintain inspection procedures, support manufacturing with technical guidance, and participate in internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of brake pad/systems a plus.
• 5+ years as a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing plant (Automotive required).
• Molding experience (transfer/compression) or related molding types.
• Proven automotive experience as a Quality Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance/control principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Proficient in statistical analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with project management concepts and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product specifications and requirements to develop and implement quality control plans.
• Conduct inspections and tests to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards.
• Identify and investigate product defects or non-conformities, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate/Lead on scrap reduction projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures, work instructions, and reports.
• Participate in project management activities, including planning, scheduling, and monitoring progress.
• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.

Skills

Quality assurance

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Pro-Link

SPC software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Engineer

Company: Performance Friction

Clover, SC

Direct Hire

Duties:

• Must be highly motivated and driven to contribute to product solutions in a very competitive industry. A wide

  degree of creativity is expected and a NO COMPROMISE philosophy.

• Analyze product specifications and requirements to develop and implement quality control plans

• Conduct inspections and tests to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standards

• Identify and investigate product defects or non-conformities, and implement corrective actions

• Collaborate/Lead on scrap reduction projects

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes

• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures, work instructions, and reports

• Participate in project management activities, including planning, scheduling, and monitoring progress

• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.

-Analyze on-going statistical process capability, OTD and other relevant metrics.

• Review PFMEAs and Control plans to verify operations are following requirements.

-Apply problem solving techniques (8D, 5-Why, etc.) and SPC/advanced statistical methods (DOE, 6sigma, Red-X).

-Have excellent problem solving/analytical skills with clear understanding of design / development processes.

• Must possess analytical skills, critical thinking and excellent communication skills including technical writing.

-Be able to function effectively in a team environment and communicate at a technical level. Expect a high level of responsibility and accountability.

-Demonstrated communication and documentation skills in order to clearly convey status updates, issues, etc.

-Directly communicate with customers on quality concerns/meetings and develop relationships.

-Natural talent for completing tasks in environments with multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with sometimes challenging deadlines and workloads. A high sense of urgency required.

• Must perform Process and Product Audit on a regular basis to schedule.

• Participate in Internal System Audits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

• Knowledge of brake pad/systems a plus

• Must have 5yrs as a Quality Engineer in a Manufacturing Plant (Automotive is required)

• Must have molding experience (transfer/compression) or related molding types.

• Proven automotive experience as a Quality Engineer or similar role

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance/control principles, methodologies, and tools

• Proficient in statistical analysis and problem-solving techniques

• Familiarity with project management concepts and practices

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

-Familiar with measurement systems, ISO9000/IATF16949 Quality Systems and Problem Solving

• Certified Internal Auditor (ISO9000 and/or IATF16949) by 3 rd party or company sponsored.

• Microsoft Office, Minitab Computer skills and SPC software (Pro-Link as plus)

-ASQ Certifications (ie. CQE) a plus

• Understanding and using CMMs a plus

-Geometric Dimension and Tolerance knowledge a plus