Quality Engineer: APQP, PPAP & Process Improvement

NanoXplore Inc.; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NanoXplore Inc. in Statesville, NC seeks a Quality Engineer to troubleshoot root causes, lead APQP activities, and coordinate PPAP submissions. The role focuses on data-driven quality improvements, SPC analysis, and maintaining ISO/IATF compliance across production areas.

The ideal candidate will support continuous improvement initiatives, ensure corrective actions meet customer requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot root cause analysis and perform SPC data analysis; maintain up-to-date APQP documentation
• Lead and contribute to capability studies and gauge R&R analysis
• Create quality documents aligned with the quality system manual and standards
• Participate in Team Oriented Problem Solving and coordinate corrective and preventive actions
• Participate and coordinate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Coordinate and be responsible for PPAP submissions within specified timeframe
• Review non-conforming/suspect products and recommend dispositions; ensure corrective actions meet customer requirements
• Contribute to variability reduction, process improvement and continuous improvement
• Ensure quality inspections/audits across all areas
• Notify internal/external customers of potential problems and propose resolutions
• Contribute to the Quality System and Environmental System to meet customer and ISO/IATF standards
• Maintain SPC charts; ensure SPC points stay within range or take corrective action
• Create, track and quantify tool calibrations
• Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF standards
• Assist in resolving design conflicts, safety concerns and coordination requirements for projects
• Coordinate project activities with other departments to ensure participation
• Review project documentation for accuracy
• Manage time expectations for all projects/duties
• Assist customers in addressing quality system requirements in internal functions
• Track customer satisfaction metrics and communicate findings to management
• Perform periodic inspections/audits to uphold quality standards
• Support plant safety initiatives and maintain safety protocols in production areas

Job description

NanoXplore Inc. in Statesville, NC seeks a Quality Engineer to troubleshoot root causes, lead APQP activities, and coordinate PPAP submissions. The role focuses on data-driven quality improvements, SPC analysis, and maintaining ISO/IATF compliance across production areas.

The ideal candidate will support continuous improvement initiatives, ensure corrective actions meet customer requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality excellence.