Sr. Quality Engineer

Magna International, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Nurses

Job summary

Cosma International is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead Advanced Product Quality Planning for stamping dies and welding cells, ensuring milestones are met and quality standards are upheld. You will oversee PPAP, die buyoffs, and process controls while mentoring a team of engineers in problem-solving tools.

The role requires extensive experience in metal stamping and welding, with a strong focus on GD&T and continuous improvement in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering preferred.
• ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt highly preferred.
• Significant experience in metal stamping processes.
• Deep knowledge of welding (Resistance Spot Welding, MIG/MAG, Laser) is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to quality standards and support audits and inspections.
• Lead APQP/CPMP for new stamping dies and welding cells to meet SOP milestones.
• Oversee PPAP submissions, part layouts, and capability studies.
• Manage die and gauge buyoffs, fixture reviews, and GD&T conformance.
• Drive process controls and quality system improvements; mentor quality engineers.

Skills

Quality engineering

Metal stamping

Welding processes

Communication skills

Minitab

MS Office

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

ASQ CQE or Six Sigma belt

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities

1. Ensure compliance to quality standards. Support and facilitate audits and regulatory inspections and identify and raise quality issues with management. Responsible for multiple or highly complex projects.
2. Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
3. Perform other duties as required.
4. Lead the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP/CPMP) process for new stamping dies and welding cells, ensuring all quality milestones are met before Start of Production (SOP). Develop & implement the IATF 16949 standards, processes, procedures, work instructions, and objectives for welding.
5. Oversee project activities, ensuring adherence to program timelines and issue tracking processes while coordinating cross functional teams, evaluating risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and providing clear communication to leadership and customer stakeholders.
6. Apply advanced problem solving capabilities to analyze complex issues, coordinate cross functional teams, perform risk assessments, identify root causes, and execute effective corrective actions that ensure long term resolution.
7. PPAP Submissions: Oversee the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), including part layouts, capability studies, and material certifications.
8. Die & Gauge Buyoff: Review and approve stamping die tryouts and check fixture/gauge designs to ensure they accurately validate part geometry.
9. Process Controls: Establish Quality Standards and control plans specifically for stamping presses and welding subassemblies/assemblies.
10. Dimensional Quality: Manage dimensional integrity and PIST improvements ensure parts adhere to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards
11. Talent Mentorship: Train and develop a team of Quality Engineers in advanced problem-solving tools like 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams.
12. Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean or Six Sigma projects to reduce scrap and rework in high-volume stamping and welding environment.
13. Develop and enhance standardized processes and best practices to ensure compliance with internal requirements, customer expectations, IATF standards, AIAG guidelines, Customer Specific Requirements, and Cosma Minimum Requirements.
14. Any other duties as required

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is highly preferred.
• Significant experience in metal stamping (tandem, progressive, or transfer presses).
• Deep knowledge of welding processes (Resistance Spot Welding, MIG/MAG, or Laser Welding)

Preferred qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership position including leading new launches and program teams
• Minimum 7 years in a Quality Engineering position supporting new launches and program teams
• Ability to work in a confidential and professional manner
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and have Strong organizational skills
• Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Minitab

Site Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
• Onsite cafeteria and fully stocked breakrooms
• Annual summer cookout
• Annual Christmas Party
• Onsite Nurses

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Cosma International