Quality Engineer

Carlex Glass America, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlex Glass America, LLC seeks a Quality Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 across the plant in Nashville. You will lead production documentation development (Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA) and support PPAP requirements.

The role requires 3+ years in manufacturing quality, an IATF Internal Auditor certification, and a strong Lean/Six Sigma background. Travel to assembly plants may be required; effective cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or another technical field is required (or equivalent).
• High school diploma with 8+ years of manufacturing quality experience required.
• IATF Internal Auditor certification required.
• IATF Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• 3+ years quality experience in manufacturing with undergraduate degree; 8+ years with HS diploma.
• Core Tools training or willingness to complete within first year.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Lead development of production documentation to PPAP requirements (Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA, Standardized Work).
• Monitor warranty data and supplier PPAP files; respond accordingly.
• Oversee evaluation of process audits and finished product inspections for quality and reliability.
• Develop internal quality control standards with Corporate Quality and the Quality Manager.
• Ensure quality systems and procedures are maintained and used by all associates.
• Communicate significant quality issues across all levels of the company.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with customers and suppliers.
• Work with plant teams to address day-to-day issues and improve product and process quality.
• Occasional travel to assembly plants to review products and interact with customer personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of testing, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements under FMVSS-205, ECE R43, CCC, and other country regulations.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or another technical field

High school diploma or equivalent with 8 years of relevant manufacturing quality experience

IATF Internal Auditor certification

IATF Lead Auditor certification

Job description

• Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards, as well as customer-defined quality systems and requirements.
• Lead the development of production documentation, including Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA, and Standardized Work, to PPAP requirements.
• Monitor customer-supplied warranty data and supplier PPAP files and respond accordingly.
• Oversee the evaluation of process audits and finished product inspections for quality and reliability.
• In conjunction with Corporate Quality and the Quality Manager, develop internal quality control standards for the plant.
• Ensure quality systems and procedures are maintained and effectively utilized by all associates.
• Communicate significant quality issues throughout all levels of the company.
• Develop and maintain partnership-style relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Work closely with plant team members to address day-to-day issues and improve product and process quality.
• Occasionally travel to assembly plants to review products and interact with customer personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of all government-required testing, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements under FMVSS-205, ECE R43, CCC, and other country regulations.

Essential Job Functions

• Uphold the Carlex Quality Policy.
• Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards, as well as customer-defined quality systems and requirements.
• Lead the development of production documentation, including Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA, and Standardized Work, to PPAP requirements.
• Monitor customer-supplied warranty data and supplier PPAP files and respond accordingly.
• Oversee the evaluation of process audits and finished product inspections for quality and reliability.
• In conjunction with Corporate Quality and the Quality Manager, develop internal quality control standards for the plant.
• Ensure quality systems and procedures are maintained and effectively utilized by all associates.
• Communicate significant quality issues throughout all levels of the company.
• Develop and maintain partnership-style relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Work closely with plant team members to address day-to-day issues and improve product and process quality.
• Occasionally travel to assembly plants to review products and interact with customer personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of all government-required testing, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements under FMVSS-205, ECE R43, CCC, and other country regulations.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or another technical field required; OR
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant manufacturing quality experience required.
• IATF Internal Auditor certification required.
• IATF Lead Auditor certification preferred.

Years of Experience

• 3+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment with an undergraduate degree.
• 8+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Other Requirements

• Recent training in Core Tools, or willingness to complete training within the first year in the position.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Total Quality concepts, and Six Sigma.
• Strong understanding of IATF and ISO standards and their implementation within automotive Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturing facilities.
• Valid driver’s license required for business travel.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Off-schedule hours may be required as workload or project demands dictate, including weekends and holidays.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Advanced to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on approach to problem-solving and analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex values of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust.