Quality Engineer

We are a leading supplier of automotive components for the North American OEM and aftermarket industries. As part of the largest global supplier with over 50,000 employees in approximately 30 countries, we are committed to excellence in all we do. We offer comprehensive services including R&D, advanced engineering, program management, high-quality production, and automated manufacturing.

Founded in 1986, we have grown significantly, now operating two automotive-related float facilities, three fabrication plants, and five assembly locations. Our vertically integrated manufacturing process, from sand to finished assemblies, ensures top-tier quality and efficiency. We take pride in our innovative and sustainable products, contributing to the mobility society with advanced technologies.

At our company, we value our employees and foster a collaborative work environment. Our team benefits from ongoing training, career development opportunities, and a commitment to safety and well-being. Join us and be part of a company that is shaping the future of automotive glazing with cutting-edge solutions and a dedication to excellence.

1. Strong compensation and benefits
2. Amazing team, work environment, and company culture
3. Great vertical mobility and career growth potential!

The Quality Engineer leads the completion of APQP deliverables to achieve program productivity, cost, and quality targets.

Responsibilities:

• Leads cross-functional teams to complete APQP deliverables to achieve program targets within program timing with a primary responsibility for control plans
• Assists, advises, troubleshoots, and expedites resolutions and implementations of corrective actions to drive quality, facilitate cost reduction and control, work simplifications, safety, associate relations, budgetary conformance or other department concerns
• Follow OEM quality processes and submit required documentation / evidence to gain PPAP or other approvals
• Creates, edits and maintains necessary documentation to maintain various company and outside certifications
• Monitors and improves the efficiency, output, safety and quality of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting / analyzing data from other technical and operating personnel
• Assists in strategic planning, training and development of all associates
• Leads technical and operating personnel in a team environment to improve safety, efficiency, output and quality of manufacturing processes
• Demonstrates leadership values in all aspect of responsibilities
• Other duties or projects as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering related field required
• 2+ years quality experience in a manufacturing environment, automotive preferred

Skills/Qualifications:

• Knowledge and ability to utilize problem solving tools such as Six Sigma, Fishbone, KT, PDCA, 8D, etc.
• Moderate to advanced computer skills including use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Quality systems, TS / IATF 16949 / AIAG knowledge
• Knowledge of OEM Supplier Portals and related processes
• Knowledge of MMOG / BIQS / VDA / Q1 / etc.
• Knowledge of D/PFMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and APQP processes
• Previous experience in leading continuous improvement activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong customer communication skills
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Ability to develop and present solid solutions to team members, management and customers
• Ability to work through and influence others