Quality Engineer: Drive APQP, PPAP & Process Control

Cooper Standard; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard seeks a Quality Engineer to support quality system requirements including APQP, PPAP, customer concerns, and TS 16949 elements. The role emphasizes program management, process control plans, Gage R&R, and supplier quality.

You will collaborate on APQP/PPAP milestones and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor. The ideal candidate has experience with automotive quality processes, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quality, engineering or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years in a quality role, automotive experience preferred.
• Ability to solve complex problems using multiple info sources.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Proven leadership, interpersonal and development skills.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality, process/tooling and supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement process control plans and capability studies (Gage R&R).
• Provide quality documents on the shop floor (control plans/cards/visual aids).
• Monitor processes for conformance to plans and customer requirements.
• Participate in APQP and PPAP activities.
• Prepare PPAP packages per customer requirements.
• Develop SPC activities and implement new techniques.
• Perform capability studies as needed for new jobs.
• Participate in Layered Process Audits (LPA) and ensure safety standards.
• Assist with housekeeping and TS 16949/ISO 14001 compliance.
• Apply continuous improvement concepts including Lean.
• May perform other duties as required.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality/Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cooper Standard seeks a Quality Engineer to support quality system requirements including APQP, PPAP, customer concerns, and TS 16949 elements. The role emphasizes program management, process control plans, Gage R&R, and supplier quality.

You will collaborate on APQP/PPAP milestones and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor. The ideal candidate has experience with automotive quality processes, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.