Quality Engineer

Dormont Manufacturing Co; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient seeks a Quality Engineer for its San Antonio facility to drive process and product quality while leading cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining quality documentation, implementing corrective actions, and analyzing quality trends for continuous improvement.

Suitable candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering, relevant experience in manufacturing, and a strong grasp of IATF 16949 standards. The environment is fast-paced, demanding strong analytical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including IATF 16949.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools like 8D and Fishbone.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product and process quality by maintaining workmanship standards.
• Analyze data from customer feedback and internal defects.
• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve quality concerns.
• Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers.

Skills

Quality Engineering in manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Strong analytical skills

Leadership of cross-functional teams

Knowledge of IATF 16949 standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field

Tools

Minitab

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure product and process quality by maintaining workmanship standards and adhering to quality program requirements.
• Analyze data from customer feedback, internal defects, and supplier performance to identify quality trends and issues.
• Lead cross‑functional teams (engineering, production, purchasing, etc.) to investigate and resolve quality concerns.
• Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address nonconformances.
• Drive defect reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, test procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure all special characteristics are identified and properly managed within control plans.
• Define and implement process controls, including data collection, monitoring, and analysis methods.
• Evaluate nonconforming materials and initiate supplier containment and corrective actions.
• Manage supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers.
• Determine requirements for incoming inspections and maintain related procedures and documentation.
• Establish and maintain quality standards, boundary samples, and appearance master samples.
• Ensure all process and product changes meet customer requirements and are properly documented and approved.
• Notify management of quality issues and nonconforming products in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, including IATF 16949 (TS‑16949) and internal systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including IATF 16949 (TS‑16949).
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive corrective actions.
• Experience with control plans, PFMEA, and process validation.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management and incoming inspection processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approach.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with quality tools such as Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and other automotive core tools.
• Continuous improvement mindset with Lean or Six Sigma experience.

Primary Location

Avanzar San Antonio Facility