Quality Engineer - IATF 16949 & APQP Specialist

N-K Manufacturing Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

N-K Manufacturing Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Quality Engineer to assist the Quality Manager with solving customer complaints, non-conforming material control, and IATF 16949 conformance. You will support APQP/PPAP activities, coordinate PFMEA and Control Plans, and drive supplier development, internal audits, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

This role requires 3–5 years in quality engineering, CQE preferred, and strong data analysis with Minitab and

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA and control plans.
• Experience with 8D problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with GD&T and statistical methods (Minitab) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Quality Manager in supplier development and corrective actions.
• Coordinate PFMEA development and control plan documentation.
• Plan PPAP submissions for new/modified products.
• Maintain calibration system and update ERP as required.
• Support SCARs, customer visits and 8D reporting.
• Lead or participate in APQP documentation for core quality processes.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

8D

GD&T

Minitab

Statistical Analysis

Education

CQE Certification

Associate Degree

Tools

Minitab

ERP System

Excel

Job description

N-K Manufacturing Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Quality Engineer to assist the Quality Manager with solving customer complaints, non-conforming material control, and IATF 16949 conformance. You will support APQP/PPAP activities, coordinate PFMEA and Control Plans, and drive supplier development, internal audits, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

This role requires 3–5 years in quality engineering, CQE preferred, and strong data analysis with Minitab and