Quality Engineer

CFS; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

HSA Contribution

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

CFS in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product and process quality in a manufacturing setting, supporting new launches, investigating issues, and implementing corrective actions to meet automotive standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on quality engineering experience, strong problem solving, and expertise with APQP, PPAP and FMEA; collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP and FMEA in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience supporting new product launches and cross-functional teams.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and customer requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 audits.

Responsibilities

• Support new product launches by developing control plans and inspection methods.
• Investigate quality issues and drive corrective actions.
• Lead or participate in APQP activities for new and existing products.
• Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis to ensure process control.
• Train production personnel on new quality processes.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues.
• Prepare for and participate in audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Maintain quality documentation including PPAP, FMEA, and control plans.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

5 Whys

Continuous Improvement

Minitab

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Position: Quality Engineer

Salary: $70,000-$85,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, HSA Contribution, 401(k), PTO

Location: Grand Haven, MI | Onsite

Overview Of The Quality Engineer Position

The Quality Engineer is responsible for driving product and process quality within a manufacturing environment by supporting new product launches, investigating quality issues, implementing corrective actions, and promoting continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure products consistently meet customer specifications while maintaining compliance with automotive quality standards. The ideal candidate brings hands-on manufacturing experience, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and expertise in quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.

Responsibilities Of The Quality Engineer

• Support new product launches by developing control plans, quality documentation, inspection methods, and training materials.


• Ensure manufactured products consistently meet customer specifications and internal quality standards.


• Participate in the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process for both new and existing products.


• Develop and maintain quality documentation including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, PFMEA, control plans, and related customer-required documentation.


• Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis to ensure effective process control.


• Investigate internal quality issues, scrap, and process variation to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.


• Respond to customer quality concerns and coordinate resolution efforts with internal teams.


• Work closely with suppliers and cross-functional departments to resolve quality-related issues.


• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 5 Why and A3.


• Train production personnel and other stakeholders on new or updated quality processes and verify competency.


• Support internal audit, calibration, and quality management system activities.


• Prepare for and participate in customer, internal, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949 audits.


• Complete corrective action reports in a timely manner while validating the effectiveness of implemented solutions.


• Assist with maintaining and improving the organization's IATF 16949 Quality Management System.

Preferred Experience Of The Quality Engineer

• Manufacturing quality engineering experience.


• Experience supporting new product launches in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong background in continuous improvement and root cause analysis.


• Experience utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies including 5 Why and A3.


• Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and PFMEA.


• Experience analyzing manufacturing processes to reduce scrap and improve product quality.


• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers.


• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.

Bonus Experience Of The Quality Engineer

• Experience working within an IATF 16949 certified manufacturing environment.


• Lead Auditor certification.


• Experience using Minitab for statistical analysis and process improvement.


• Experience supporting ISO 9001 audits and quality management systems.


• Automotive manufacturing experience.

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