Quality Engineer

Movement Search & Delivery; Cottondale (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Movement Search and Delivery is seeking a Quality Engineer to support automotive product quality, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and customers to identify quality issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of automotive quality systems, problem-solving methodologies, and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5+ years of Quality Engineering in automotive manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive standards.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Strong root cause analysis and 8D problem solving.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily quality activities in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
• Investigate internal and customer quality concerns, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, PPAPs, and inspection procedures.
• Utilize automotive quality tools such as APQP, SPC, MSA, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to improve processes, reduce scrap, and minimize defects.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Participate in internal, customer, and supplier quality audits.
• Support new product launches and ensure quality requirements are met throughout production.
• Communicate directly with customers and suppliers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and applicable customer-specific requirements.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

8D

Job description

Seeking a Quality Engineer with experience in the automotive manufacturing industry to support product quality, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and customers to identify quality issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of automotive quality systems, problem-solving methodologies, and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily quality activities within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
• Investigate internal and customer quality concerns, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including Control Plans, PFMEAs, PPAPs, and inspection procedures.
• Utilize automotive quality tools such as APQP, SPC, MSA, 8D, and root cause analysis.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to improve processes, reduce scrap, and minimize defects.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Participate in internal, customer, and supplier quality audits.
• Support new product launches and ensure quality requirements are met throughout production.
• Communicate directly with customers and suppliers regarding quality concerns and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and applicable customer-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 3–5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive quality standards.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA.
• Strong background in root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and corrective action processes.
• Experience supporting customer quality requirements and resolving production-related quality issues.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

About Movement Search and Delivery

MOVEMENT is a national executive search firm that connects companies with exceptional talent across engineering, manufacturing, finance, supply chain, information technology, sales, legal, and human resources.