Quality Engineer 1

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process change management activities for product, process, equipment, material, and supplier changes
• Ensure all changes comply with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards
• Facilitate and approve change control documentation, including:
  • Process Change Requests (PCRs)
  • DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plan updates
  • Work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure mitigation plans are implemented prior to change approval
• Support APQP/PPAP activities related to changes, including run-at-rate, validation builds, and capability studies
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, and Operations
• Interface with customers on process change notifications, approvals, and audits
• Lead or support internal and external audits related to process changes
• Analyze quality data and trends to verify change effectiveness and prevent recurrence of issues
• Drive continuous improvement using problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, DMAIC, etc.)
• Support launch readiness and production stability following approved changes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • IATF 16949 and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
  • Change management and risk-based decision making
  • Automotive customer-specific requirements
• Experience managing process changes in high-volume manufacturing
• Proficient in quality documentation, data analysis, and reporting tools
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
• Familiarity with launch management and production transfers
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Experience with supplier change management and audits
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Key Competencies

• Structured problem solving
• Attention to detail and strong documentation discipline
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on quality and prevention

Benefits Summary: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans  
• 401K with 4% Company Match 
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays  
• Bonus Program  
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs 
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance 
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs 
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. 
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Career Development and Ongoing Training  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program  
• Volunteer Opportunities  
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) 
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)  
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.  

Annual Salary: $70,000 - $87,000