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Quality Engineer (Automotive Manufacturing)

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Alcalde, KY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
8D, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Auditing, Automotive Manufacturing, Blueprints, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Flexible Spending Accounts, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Health Plan, Injection Molding, Legal, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Plastics Manufacturing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Capability, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Root Cause Analysis, Scorecarding, Statistical Process Control, Statistics, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vision Comparator
LOCATION
Alcalde, KY
POSTED
4 days ago
Excellent opportunity to join a leading automotive manufacturer // Off Shift (2nd or 3rd)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Craig Rosecrans
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Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established automotive manufacturer that produces precision rubber and plastic components supplied to major automotive OEMs across North America. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to join their growing team and play a critical role in maintaining world-class quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.

This is a highly visible position that works closely with Production, Engineering, Customers, and Suppliers to ensure products consistently meet customer expectations while driving continuous quality improvements. The ideal candidate enjoys solving manufacturing quality issues, working directly with customers, and implementing long-term corrective actions rather than simply reacting to problems.

Why join us?
  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Company paid health plan for employees
  • Very generous PTO
  • Dental and Vision, FSA, HSA
  • Small team, autonomy
  • Many more great perks!


Job Details

Responsibilities
Support customer and supplier quality activities throughout the manufacturing process.
Lead Root Cause Analysis using methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Why.
Complete PPAPs, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and other Automotive Core Tools documentation.
Monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process capability.
Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
Perform mechanical inspections utilizing CMMs, optical comparators, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
Conduct supplier audits and support customer scorecards.
Collaborate with Engineering and Production to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects.
Support new product launches and APQP activities.
Help mentor Quality Inspectors and Technicians while serving as a technical resource across the plant.

Qualifications
2+ years of Automotive Quality Engineering experience
Experience within automotive manufacturing
Strong knowledge of PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and other Automotive Core Tools
Experience working directly with customers and suppliers
Ability to interpret blueprints and GD&T
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience
Plastic or rubber manufacturing
Injection molding
Automotive sealing systems
CMM and Optical Comparator experience
IATF 16949
ASTM Standards
APQP
Supplier Quality
Statistical analysis and capability studies

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to make a measurable impact within a growing automotive manufacturing organization that values quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
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