Quality Engineer

Vibracoustic; Morganfield (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Family Insurance Plan

Vacation

Paid Holidays

401K Match

Job summary

Vibracoustic USA Inc. in Morganfield, KY is seeking a Quality Engineer to supervise plant quality, coordinate APQP, and drive PPAP activities. You will maintain control plans and inspection instructions, supporting adherence to AIAG tools and IATF16949 standards.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in engineering and 3+ years in automotive QA, with strong problem‑solving and cross‑functional communication skills to collaborate with suppliers and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field or combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Tools including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific automotive requirements.
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across production, engineering, suppliers, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Supervises plant quality functions; coordinates APQP functions. Participates in APQP meetings and coordinates the review of the Production Tooling Progress Report.
• Creates / assists in implementing and maintaining control plans, work/inspection instructions, local procedures, visual aids/samples.
• Prepares sample submissions for PPAP Packages; supervises the retention of PPAP samples.
• Assists in maintaining IATF-16949 certification and meeting customer quality requirements.
• Acts as Quality Department liaison with the supplier to investigate quality problems and as a resource to the supplier pertaining to product quality.
• Assists in problem solving activities, both internal and customer-initiated and design and implement corrective actions, both with customers and suppliers, and follow these programs to prevent recurrence.
• Develops and implements corrective actions (8-D) for internal quality and delivery problems. Works with manufacturing personnel to effectively implement corrective/preventive actions and to verify effectiveness of those actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

SPC

Job description

Vibracoustic is a leading global automotive supplier, providing customized solutions that add comfort to mobility by reducing noise and vibration in vehicles.

As part of the Freudenberg Group, we foster an innovative and forward-thinking mindset. We are looking for proactive and entrepreneurial team players who are curious, and motivated to grow.

At Vibracoustic, you will enjoy a safe and collaborative environment and global opportunities. Ready to drive comfort with us?

Morganfield, KY

On-Site

Vibracoustic USA Inc.

Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Supervises plant quality functions; coordinates APQP functions. Participates in APQP meetings and coordinates the review of the Production Tooling Progress Report.
• Creates / assists in implementing and maintaining control plans, work/inspection instructions, local procedures, visual aids/samples.
• Prepares sample submissions for PPAP Packages; supervises the retention of PPAP samples.
• Assists in maintaining IATF-16949 certification and meeting customer quality requirements.
• Acts as Quality Department liaison with the supplier to investigate quality problems and as a resource to the supplier pertaining to product quality.
• Assists in problem solving activities, both internal and customer-initiated and design and implement corrective actions, both with customers and suppliers, and follow these programs to prevent recurrence.
• Develops and implements corrective actions (8-D) for internal quality and delivery problems. Works with manufacturing personnel to effectively implement corrective/preventive actions and to verify effectiveness of those actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field or combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Tools including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific automotive requirements.
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone). [builtinchicago.org], [builtin.com]
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across production, engineering, suppliers, and customers

Some of your Benefits

• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Family Insurance Plan: All-important health protection for self, spouse and eligible children.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.