Quality Engineer: PPAP Lead & Process Improvement

Socket.dev; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead plant-wide quality improvements, manage PPAP processes, and advance corrective actions. The role focuses on ensuring products meet customer and plant specifications and maintaining the quality management system.

Requirements include CQE certification (preferred), 3–5 years of related experience, Six Sigma knowledge, and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Some on-site collaboration with suppliers and customers is expected.

Qualifications

• Certified Quality Engineer preferred.
• 3–5 years related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methods.
• Understanding of production processes, machines, tools.

Responsibilities

• Handle customer issues and ensure testing requirements are met.
• Oversee PPAP process with suppliers.
• Ensure production meets specifications.
• Maintain calibration system and records.
• Provide support onsite to customers/suppliers.
• Document activities and comply with standards.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Team Work

Problem Solving

Time Management

Analytical Thinking

GDT/Blueprint Reading

Engineering Specifications

Education

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Tools

MS Office

Statistical Software

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead plant-wide quality improvements, manage PPAP processes, and advance corrective actions. The role focuses on ensuring products meet customer and plant specifications and maintaining the quality management system.

Requirements include CQE certification (preferred), 3–5 years of related experience, Six Sigma knowledge, and strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Some on-site collaboration with suppliers and customers is expected.