Quality Engineer - IATF 16949 & APQP Expert

birmsearchgroup; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

birmsearchgroup is seeking a diligent Quality Assurance professional to oversee quality across the manufacturing process from suppliers to customers. You will prevent defects through rigorous problem analysis and corrective actions, and drive quality improvements in line with customer specifications.

Responsibilities include managing corrective actions, developing quality alerts, coordinating PPAP submissions, and supporting PFMEA, control plans, and APQP activities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of IATF 16949 quality system and its implementation.
• Ability to read part drawings and use inspection tools like micrometers and calipers.
• Strong problem solving and corrective action background.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP and continuous improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensures adherence to IATF 16949 quality system requirements.
• Champions corrective action meetings and presents closures to management.
• Develops quality alerts and coordinates sorting activities per customer requirements.
• Manages customer liaisons and advises on process improvements.
• Assists manufacturing with control plans, PFMEA, processes, and work instructions.
• Participates in APQP meetings to address open issues and actions.
• Verifies training effectiveness and ensures documentation accuracy.
• Reviews and approves PPAPs and trial runs for customers.

Skills

IATF 16949 knowledge

Quality problem solving

PFMEA/PPAP understanding

APQP experience

Time management

Effective communication

Plex ERP

Education

ASQ CQE/CQA/CQM certification preferred

Tools

Plex ERP

Job description

birmsearchgroup is seeking a diligent Quality Assurance professional to oversee quality across the manufacturing process from suppliers to customers. You will prevent defects through rigorous problem analysis and corrective actions, and drive quality improvements in line with customer specifications.

Responsibilities include managing corrective actions, developing quality alerts, coordinating PPAP submissions, and supporting PFMEA, control plans, and APQP activities.