Quality Engineer II

The Fountain Group; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group seeks a Senior Site Quality Engineer in Columbus, IN to drive manufacturing quality, dimensional validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on defect prevention, process variation reduction, and compliance with automotive quality standards.

You will ensure IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAP compliance, perform GD&T analysis and 3D part validation, and lead root cause analyses to reduce variation. Weekend overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering is required.
• Proven experience with GD&T, APQP/PPAP, and AIAG Core Tools.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 quality standards and statistical methods.
• Experience with MSA, Gage R&R, and SPC in manufacturing.
• Ability to lead root cause analyses and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing quality, dimensional validation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAP requirements.
• Perform GD&T analysis, dimensional inspections, and 3D part validation.
• Lead root cause analyses using 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa methods.
• Conduct MSA, Gage R&R, and SPC studies to assess process capability.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma to reduce scrap and variation.

Skills

GD&T

APQP/PPAP

AIAG Core Tools

IATF 16949

MSA/Gage R&R

SPC

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

PolyWorks

3D scanning

CMM programming

Minitab

Excel (advanced)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Site Quality Engineer
Location: Columbus, IN
Pay Rate: $50.48/hr
Duration: 11 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; occasional weekend overtime required. Weekend availability is mandatory.

Job Description

Seeking a Senior Site Quality Engineer to drive manufacturing quality, dimensional validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on defect prevention, process variation reduction, and compliance with automotive quality standards.

• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAP requirements.

• Perform GD&T analysis, dimensional inspections, and 3D part validation using PolyWorks.

• Lead root cause analysis using 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa methodologies.

• Conduct MSA, Gage R&R, and SPC studies to evaluate manufacturing process capability.

• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and process variation.

• Manage manufacturing nonconformities and engineering changes with tooling, production, and quality teams.

• Provide technical guidance on quality engineering tools and methodologies.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.

Required Skills

• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

• APQP, PPAP, and AIAG Core Tools.

• VDA FMEA.

• MSA and Gage R&R.

• SPC (Statistical Process Control).

• CP (Control Plan).

• PolyWorks and dimensional metrology.

• Root cause analysis: 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa.

• IATF 16949 quality standards.

• Manufacturing quality engineering and continuous improvement.

• Weekend availability for occasional overtime.

Preferred Skills

• CMM programming and 3D scanning.

• Lean Six Sigma and 6S methodologies.

• Welding process knowledge.

• Design of Experiments (DOE).

• Minitab and advanced Excel for statistical analysis.

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
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