Quality Engineer: APQP, SPC & Process Improvement

American Rheinmetall Vehicles; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall Vehicles seeks a Quality Engineer to support new product development and manufacturing through quality engineering methods. This role interfaces with customers and leads quality improvements across projects, including APQP, PPAP, FAI and control plans.

The position requires experience with SPC, AS9100/IS14001, and problem-solving to drive corrective actions and continuous improvements. Strong communication with suppliers and internal teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving and analysis capabilities demonstrated in experience or training.
• Knowledge and application of statistical process control and GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and documents per AS9100/IS14001.

Responsibilities

• Support quality management systems and create/maintain documentation.
• Participate in APQP reviews for contracts, drawings, and process routing.
• Lead corrective/preventive actions and drive root-cause analysis.
• Apply SPC tools and assist with PPAP/FAI/DFMEA/Control Plans.
• Train inspectors and prepare certificates of conformance and samples.

Skills

AS9100 knowledge

Statistical process control

GD&T understanding

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in quality / quality engineering

Tools

MS Office

Gage R&R tools

Job description

American Rheinmetall Vehicles seeks a Quality Engineer to support new product development and manufacturing through quality engineering methods. This role interfaces with customers and leads quality improvements across projects, including APQP, PPAP, FAI and control plans.

The position requires experience with SPC, AS9100/IS14001, and problem-solving to drive corrective actions and continuous improvements. Strong communication with suppliers and internal teams is essential.