Quality Systems Engineer

SL Tennessee; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SL Tennessee in Clinton, TN is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to maintain and improve the certified QMS, driving audits, data analysis, and corrective actions across departments. This role focuses on reducing scrap, minimizing downtime, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in a technical field with 4+ years in Automotive Quality and hands-on ISO/IATF experience, plus strong data analysis and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Automotive Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Systems.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Internal auditing techniques.
• APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, FMEA, and Control Plans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance.
• Develop into the Quality Management Representative role and support QMS administration and effectiveness.
• Plan, conduct, and analyze internal audits; monitor performance metrics; prepare reports and presentations; and recommend improvement strategies.
• Develop, revise, and control quality procedures, work instructions, control plans, forms, and other quality documentation.
• Manage the QMS document control process and internal audit program.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective action activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in and facilitate meetings related to quality performance, customer concerns, audit findings, and process improvements.
• Review and approve quality-related documentation and changes affecting controlled processes.
• Identify potential sources of product contamination and implement preventive measures to mitigate quality risks.
• Monitor housekeeping and workplace organization practices to support product quality and efficiency.
• Support customer audits, third-party audits, and certification activities.

Skills

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Internal auditing

APQP

PPAP

MSA

SPC

FMEA

Control Plans

CAPA

Contamination prevention

Data analysis

Auditing

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related technical field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About this position

Position Title: Quality Systems Engineer

General Description

Support, maintain, and continuously improve a certified Quality Management System (QMS) that meets customer, regulatory, and industry requirements. Drive quality system effectiveness through audits, data analysis, corrective actions, and cross-functional collaboration while supporting initiatives that reduce scrap, minimize downtime, improve efficiency, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with third-party certifications, customer-specific requirements, and applicable industry standards, including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.

Develop into the Quality Management Representative role and support ongoing QMS administration and effectiveness.

Plan, conduct, and analyze internal audits; monitor performance metrics; prepare reports and presentations; and recommend improvement strategies.

Develop, revise, and control quality procedures, work instructions, control plans, forms, and other quality documentation.

Manage the QMS document control process and internal audit program.

Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure compliance with corporate, customer, and regulatory requirements.

Support root cause analysis, corrective action activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Participate in and facilitate meetings related to quality performance, customer concerns, audit findings, and process improvements.

Review and approve quality-related documentation and changes affecting controlled processes.

Identify potential sources of product contamination and implement preventive measures to mitigate quality risks.

Monitor housekeeping and workplace organization practices to support product quality, operational efficiency, and contamination prevention.

Promote compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, energy conservation initiatives, and recycling programs.

Support customer audits, third-party audits, and certification activities.

Job Requirements

Experience and Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.

Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Automotive Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Systems.

Experience working within an ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of:

ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements

Internal auditing techniques

APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)

PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)

MSA (Measurement System Analysis)

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Gage capability studies

FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)

Control Plans

Corrective and Preventive Action systems

Contamination Prevention and Risk Management

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business reporting tools.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Ability to interpret technical specifications, procedures, manuals, drawings, and customer requirements.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interface with customers, suppliers, management, auditors, and team members.

Ability to prepare and deliver professional reports, presentations, and quality analyses.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business reporting tools.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Ability to interpret technical specifications, procedures, manuals, drawings, and customer requirements.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interface with customers, suppliers, management, auditors, and team members.

Ability to prepare and deliver professional reports, presentations, and quality analyses.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand or walk for approximately 2-3 hours per day and remain seated for extended periods while performing administrative duties.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Frequent use of hands and arms for inspections, documentation, data entry, and computer-related tasks.

Requires sustained visual and mental concentration to perform detailed quality analysis and auditing activities with a high degree of accuracy.

Additional Requirements

Ability to make independent decisions using established procedures, standards, and sound professional judgment.

Available for occasional travel to suppliers, customers, or corporate locations as required.

Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and quality excellence.