Quality Engineer

Bowling Green - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

About Us

GKN Automotive is the global leader in conventional all-wheel and electrified driveline systems and solutions. With an extensive international footprint we design develop manufacture and integrate a wide range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the worlds car manufacturers. Our commitment to innovation collaboration and excellence drives us to deliver cutting-edge solutions that shape the future of mobility.

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Manufacturing Quality Engineer to join our this role you will be instrumental in ensuring the integrity and consistency of our manufacturing processes and the flawless delivery of products to our customers. Youll lead the implementation and maintenance of quality standards drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across departments to uphold our commitment to excellence.

The Quality Engineer plays a key role in ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 by managing and verifying the conformity of manufacturing processes. This position is responsible for driving first-time-right product delivery through the effective implementation maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System relevant industry standards and best practices.

This is a hands-on position that offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact in a fast-paced forward-thinking environment. The role requires flexibility to respond to urgent plant needs averaging 12 instances per month though not always requiring on-site presence.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field
Experience with driveline or automotive manufacturing processes
Familiarity with quality systems such as PFMEA Control Plans and Process Flow documentation
Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Travel Availability

This position requires up to 20% travel to support plant operations and quality initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in the quality field within an automotive or manufacturing environment
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards
Intermediate experience with machining or assembly processes
Ability to conduct audits and ensure compliance with quality standards

Position Overview

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer you will ensure that manufacturing processes meet internal standards and customer expectations. Youll be responsible for maintaining quality documentation designing and validating inspection and testing procedures and ensuring that non-conforming parts are effectively contained. Youll also conduct audits to assess process capability and stability support the development of new quality policies and contribute to the continuous improvement of our Quality Management System.

This role requires a strong understanding of operational compliance risk management and performance metrics. Youll be expected to lead initiatives that embed lessons learned into our processes prepare complex reports and support training efforts to enhance business capabilities. Success in this position demands a commitment to our core valuesbeing ingenious collaborative principled and drivenand a passion for delivering results through innovation and integrity.

Soft Skills

Results-driven mindset
Strong analytical profile and decision-making ability
Compliance-focused approach
Skilled in data translation and data-driven decision-making
Familiarity with systems-based quality management

Technical Skills

Intermediate experience with IATF 16949 standards
Hands-on knowledge of machining or assembly operations
Proficiency in conducting audits and managing compliance
Understanding of manufacturing quality systems and documentation

DescriptionAbout UsGKN Automotive is the global leader in conventional all-wheel and electrified driveline systems and solutions. With an extensive international footprint we design develop manufacture and integrate a wide range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the worlds car manufacturers....