Sr. Quality Engineer (#10719JB)

Search Masters, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Masters, Inc. in Kentucky seeks a seasoned Quality Engineer to lead QA in an automotive metal stamping and fabrication environment. You will ensure products meet customer specifications and regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include root cause analysis (8D/5 Whys), corrective actions, APQP support, PPAP submissions, and sustaining high product integrity through rigorous inspection.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering Degree required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in automotive quality engineering with IATF/ISO compliance.
• Experience in metals manufacturing is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within an automotive metal stamping and fabrication environment.
• Ensure all products consistently meet customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements including IATF-16949 and ISO-9001.
• Drive process improvements to reduce defects, minimize scrap, and decrease variation across production operations.
• Conduct root cause analysis utilizing 8D and 5 Whys methodologies and implement effective corrective actions.
• Manage and resolve customer complaints with a focus on long-term prevention and customer satisfaction.
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
• Oversee inspection methods and quality checks to maintain the highest standards of product integrity.

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

• Company founded in 1994 and has a collaborative and growth-oriented environment
• Offers exceptional career advancement opportunities

Job Description

• Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within an automotive metal stamping and fabrication environment
• Ensure all products consistently meet customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements including IATF-16949 and ISO-9001
• Drive process improvements to reduce defects, minimize scrap, and decrease variation across production operations
• Conduct root cause analysis utilizing 8D and 5 Whys methodologies and implement effective corrective actions
• Manage and resolve customer complaints with a focus on long-term prevention and customer satisfaction
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and approve Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions
• Oversee inspection methods and quality checks to maintain the highest standards of product integrity

Key Requirements

• BS Engineering Degree required
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in automotive quality engineering with IATF/ISO compliance
• Experience in metals manufacturing is highly preferred

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Company Description

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.