Quality Engineer: APQP/PPAP & Continuous Improvement

A. B. Boyd Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead APQP/PPAP activities, develop PFMEAs and Control Plans, and maintain work instructions and PPAP submissions.

The role focuses on investigating non-conformances, implementing corrective actions, auditing suppliers and internal processes, and partnering with production, engineering, and customers to ensure product reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of quality engineering or QA experience.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and MSA.
• Experience with blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Experience in automotive or medical manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP/PPAP activities and ensure timely PPAP submissions.
• Develop PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.
• Investigate non-conformances and drive 8D and corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance and support internal audits.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and customers to improve reliability.
• Promote continuous improvement and compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Skills

Customer communications

Problem solving (8D, 5-Why)

Project management

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma

Data presentation

Education

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

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Job description

Boyd Corp in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead APQP/PPAP activities, develop PFMEAs and Control Plans, and maintain work instructions and PPAP submissions.

The role focuses on investigating non-conformances, implementing corrective actions, auditing suppliers and internal processes, and partnering with production, engineering, and customers to ensure product reliability and continuous improvement.