Quality Engineer: APQP, SPC & Continuous Improvement

American Rheinmetall; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Quality Engineer to support new product development and manufacturing through rigorous quality engineering practices. This role interfaces with customers, supports supplier issues, and drives corrective actions with a focus on process improvements.

Responsibilities include adhering to quality systems, documenting procedures, and leading CAPA teams while maintaining compliance with AS9100 and related standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T and measurement devices.
• Proficiency with MS Office and quality document control.
• Experience with AS9100 quality systems.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Support quality management systems and process improvements.
• Create and maintain quality documents, procedures, and work instructions.
• Participate in APQP with cross-functional teams to meet customer quality requirements.
• Review contracts for customer-specific requirements.
• Prepare documentation for PPAP, FAI, FMEAs, and control plans.
• Lead CAPA teams to resolve customer, supplier, and production concerns.
• Train inspectors and assist with work instructions.
• Perform measurement evaluations and audits, and support corrective actions.

Skills

Problem solving

Statistical process control

Following instructions

Analytical thinking

Accuracy

Self-motivation

Punctuality

Team player

AS9100 knowledge

Safety procedures

Education

Quality engineering degree

Tools

GD&T

MS Office

Measurement devices

Job description

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Quality Engineer to support new product development and manufacturing through rigorous quality engineering practices. This role interfaces with customers, supports supplier issues, and drives corrective actions with a focus on process improvements.

Responsibilities include adhering to quality systems, documenting procedures, and leading CAPA teams while maintaining compliance with AS9100 and related standards.