Quality Engineer

Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction across internal quality systems and manufacturing operations. You will lead continuous improvement, support IATF 16949, and collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, and suppliers.

You will apply Six Sigma, PDCA, and A3 methodologies to develop PFMEAs and Control Plans, while ensuring compliance with customer specifications and quality metrics in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Tier 1 automotive experience in a quality engineering role.
• OEM experience preferred (Honda, Nissan, Subaru, or Ford)
• Strong problem-solving skills with Six Sigma, PDCA, and A3 methodologies
• Experience developing and maintaining Control Plans and PFMEAs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, product prints, and specifications
• Familiarity with or certification in IATF 16949

Responsibilities

• Ensure product conformity to customer requirements through daily customer interaction
• Respond to customer concerns in a timely manner using established problem-solving methodologies (5 Why, 5P, 8D, etc.)
• Identify and implement strategies to improve key quality and performance metrics
• Support and maintain internal quality systems, including IATF 16949 certification
• Provide quality support to internal manufacturing operations
• Support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement activities
• Lead and/or support A3 projects and Six Sigma activities
• Participate in PFMEA development and maintenance
• Develop, control, and maintain Control Plans and customer-required inspection standards

Skills

Quality engineering

Six Sigma

PFMEA

Control Plans

A3 problem-solving

PDCA

8D

IATF 16949 knowledge

MS Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction by supporting internal quality systems, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensure product conformity to customer requirements through daily customer interaction
• Respond to customer concerns in a timely manner using established problem-solving methodologies (5 Why, 5P, 8D, etc.)
• Identify and implement strategies to improve key quality and performance metrics
• Support and maintain internal quality systems, including IATF 16949 certification
• Provide quality support to internal manufacturing operations
• Support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement activities
• Lead and/or support A3 projects and Six Sigma activities
• Participate in PFMEA development and maintenance
• Develop, control, and maintain Control Plans and customer-required inspection standards

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of Tier 1 automotive experience in a quality engineering role
• OEM experience preferred (Honda, Nissan, Subaru, or Ford)
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in Six Sigma, PDCA, and A3 methodologies
• Experience developing and maintaining Control Plans and PFMEAs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, product prints, and specifications
• Familiarity with or certification in IATF 16949

Additional Qualification:

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to think critically and make decisions under pressure
• Strong attendance record and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to travel to customer sites as required