| Location | Northville, MICHIGAN |
Our client, a leading global manufacturer within the automotive industry, is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to support and enhance quality systems, processes, and compliance initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in maintaining quality standards, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with customer and industry requirements.
Administer and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.
Conduct quality evaluations of incoming materials and components to ensure supplier compliance with established quality standards.
Identify, investigate, and resolve non-conforming materials, products, and processes.
Partner with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements and maintain organizational quality objectives.
Develop, implement, and improve quality processes and best practices to support manufacturing and product development activities.
Ensure procedures, systems, and documentation remain compliant with company policies and industry standards.
Manage controlled documentation, quality records, and testing data with accuracy and timeliness.
Monitor statistical process controls and quality metrics, providing analysis and recommendations for improvement.
Support internal and external quality audits and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained.
Coordinate quality-related training initiatives to ensure employee awareness of quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures.
Participate in risk assessments, compliance reviews, and ongoing audit activities.
Lead or support root cause investigations and failure analyses, recommending and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Manage customer feedback and complaint processes, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related technical discipline preferred.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a Quality Specialist or similar quality-focused role within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
Working knowledge of applicable quality standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and quality system auditing.
Professional certifications such as ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or related credentials are highly desirable.
Strong analytical abilities, including experience with statistical methods and data analysis.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and quality management software.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization and work within a team-oriented environment.