Quality Engineer

RESRG; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RESRG Automotive in Cullman, Alabama, is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead APQP initiatives, establish and sustain control plans, and collaborate with design and production teams to mitigate quality risks. You will oversee local quality performance, audits, and continuous improvement efforts, driving PPAP documentation and customer requirements.

The role emphasizes data-driven quality management, problem solving, and effective communication with customers and internal teams to ensure product

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing, automotive preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Experience with audits and structured problem solving (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and quality reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP activities to ensure timely quality milestones within the gate process.
• Develop and maintain Safe Launch Plans, Control Plans, and gage WI / R&R ensuring alignment with corporate standards.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to identify and mitigate quality risks during product development.
• Monitor local quality performance metrics and drive corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain records and present quality performance reports to management and stakeholders.
• Apply Six Sigma and SPC tools for continuous improvement.

Skills

APQP processes

Quality engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

IATF 16949

PPAP

MS Office

Statistical Analysis

Job description

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer (QE) will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards throughout the product lifecycle by integrating Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) methodologies with local quality practices and supplier quality oversight. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and implement continuous improvement processes.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Quality Engineer in Cullman, Alabama!

Key Responsibilities:

APQP Leadership:

• Lead APQP activities to ensure timely execution of quality milestones within the gate process.
• Develop and maintain Safe Launch Plans, Control Plans, and gage WI / R&R ensuring alignment with corporate standards.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to identify and mitigate quality risks during product development.
• Evaluate customer specifications to ensure RESRG capability to meet and maintain. Elevate any risks that are identified.
• Lead appearance approval process and establish internal / external boundary samples.
• Compile and submit all PPAP documentation (customer and intercompany).

Production Quality Oversight:

• Monitor and analyze local quality performance metrics, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Conduct regular quality audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures (LPAs, IATF internal audits, Customer Specific Requirements, etc.)
• Act as the primary contact for local quality issues, providing timely support and resolution.
• Data-driven approach to COQ improvement.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster effective communication between external customers, launch teams and local operations to ensure alignment of quality objectives.
• Facilitate training sessions for local staff on quality practices and APQP methodologies.
• Proactively seek and share best practices related to quality performance.
• Build strong customer relationships (face to SQE/STA).

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of quality activities, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports, control plans, and corrective action plans.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to management and stakeholders, highlighting key metrics, risk and improvement initiatives.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in APQP and local quality practices.
• Utilize quality tools such as Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and Statistical Process Control to drive improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; automotive industry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans, and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Experience conducting audits and applying structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, Five Why, Fishbone, etc.).
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality reporting systems.

Desired Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and willing to take initiative.
• Able to pass defect recognition training.