Quality Engineer - ISO 9001 & Continuous Improvement

Performance Seats, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Seats, Inc. in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Quality Engineer to lead ISO 9001 certification efforts and manage quality issues across internal, supplier, and customer interfaces. The role collaborates with Engineering on product layups and drives ongoing quality improvements.

The position requires 4-year degree or equivalent, knowledge of ISO 9001/IATF 16949, APQP/PPAP/FMEA, and 3–5 years in quality assurance. Proficiency in MS Office and PLEX ERP is desired.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree or 5 years equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
• 3-5 years experience of working in Quality Assurance or Obtention.
• Technical writing experience preferred.
• Exercise substantial initiative/judgement in work methods and interpreting goals.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of quality systems and measurement.
• Knowledge of Metrology.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Planning and prioritizing activities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to present data effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Team working skills.
• Strong Analytical skills.
• Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree preferred.
• Experience of dealing with customers and suppliers.
• OEM Supplier Portal experience.
• Familiarity with compliances and legal requirements of automotive seating regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience in PLEX ERP software system is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in pursuing an ISO 9001 certification.
• Manage all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team (e.g. internal, supplier, customer and customer warranty).
• Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues.
• Carry out product and process auditing.
• Ensure control plans and associated documentation are implemented effectively and maintained.
• Monitor and report on quality-related KPIs including scrap monitoring, rework levels, parts per million (PPM) figures.
• Stop production in the event of manufacture of unacceptable goods/processes.
• Work closely with engineering on developing product layup instructions.
• Assist with training of quality awareness.
• Participate in cross-functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements.
• Participate in the development and refinement of Design and Process FMEA's (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
• Lead quality audits.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.
• Support and lead process improvement activities.
• Conduct benchmarking studies to determine best practices/designs and future trends.
• Independently determine approach and assigned tasks.
• Lead and/or support groups of technicians.
• Support any customer visits with facility tours and demonstration of quality controls.
• Communicate efficiently throughout the shop floor and with own and customer\'s management.
• Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Methods

APQP/PPAP

FMEA

Metrology

Data Presentation

Communication

Team Leadership

Documentation

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./B.E.)

Quality-related certification preferred

Tools

PLEX ERP

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Measurement equipment

Job description

Performance Seats, Inc. in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Quality Engineer to lead ISO 9001 certification efforts and manage quality issues across internal, supplier, and customer interfaces. The role collaborates with Engineering on product layups and drives ongoing quality improvements.

The position requires 4-year degree or equivalent, knowledge of ISO 9001/IATF 16949, APQP/PPAP/FMEA, and 3–5 years in quality assurance. Proficiency in MS Office and PLEX ERP is desired.