Quality Engineer - Automotive Focus | 8D, PPAP, SPC

Actalent; Akron (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Quality Engineer to drive product and supplier quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Akron, PA. You will lead root cause investigations (8D), implement CAR/SCARs, and ensure IATF/AS9100 compliance while collaborating across suppliers, customers, and internal teams.

The role involves APQP/PPAP activities, PPAP submissions, FAI documentation, and data analysis using SPC/MSA. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with IATF/AS9100 and quality systems.
• Strong knowledge of APQP/PPAP, FMEA, MSA/SPC.
• Experience leading 8D root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations for quality issues (internal, supplier, customer) using structured problem-solving (8D).
• Develop, implement, and manage CAR/SCAR to address nonconformances.
• Conduct internal, supplier, and quality system audits to ensure IATF/AS9100 compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements with key suppliers.
• Support APQP activities and new product introductions with quality documentation.

Skills

Quality engineering

IATF/AS9100

APQP/PPAP

FMEA

MSA/SPC

8D problem solving

Auditing

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Keyence

Nikon

Calipers

Job description

Actalent seeks a Quality Engineer to drive product and supplier quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Akron, PA. You will lead root cause investigations (8D), implement CAR/SCARs, and ensure IATF/AS9100 compliance while collaborating across suppliers, customers, and internal teams.

The role involves APQP/PPAP activities, PPAP submissions, FAI documentation, and data analysis using SPC/MSA. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for success.