Quality Engineer—APQP, PPAP & Process Improvement

A. B. Boyd Co.; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corp is seeking a Quality Engineer to support APQP activities, develop PFMEAs, control plans and work instructions, and oversee PPAP submissions. The role involves investigating non-conformances, leading corrective actions, and driving supplier performance improvements to ensure ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to enhance product reliability, reduce defects, and support continuous improvement efforts across a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Knowledge of blueprint reading, drawing interpretation, and GD&T.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Hands-on experience with measurement tools, hand gauges, and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support APQP activities and develop/maintain PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.
• Manage PPAP submissions and investigate non-conformances, leading corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier performance and support internal and supplier audits.
• Partner with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to maintain product reliability and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to reduce defects and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Skills

APQP/PPAP

8D/5 Why

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

MS Office

CMM/Measurement tools

Blueprint/GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CMM

Job description

Boyd Corp is seeking a Quality Engineer to support APQP activities, develop PFMEAs, control plans and work instructions, and oversee PPAP submissions. The role involves investigating non-conformances, leading corrective actions, and driving supplier performance improvements to ensure ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to enhance product reliability, reduce defects, and support continuous improvement efforts across a