Senior Quality Engineer

Albion, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Senior Quality Engineer Automotive Manufacturing

Overview
A leading advanced manufacturing organization within the automotive supply chain is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support high-volume production operations with a strong emphasis on injection molding processes.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction by leading quality assurance initiatives supporting new product launches and driving continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in automotive quality systems statistical analysis and structured problem-solving within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems & Compliance

Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 ISO 9001 and customer-specific automotive requirements
Lead internal quality audits and support customer and third-party audits
Maintain and improve Quality Management System (QMS) documentation and processes
Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives across manufacturing operations

Injection Molding Process Quality

Provide quality engineering oversight for injection molding production processes
Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams PFMEA Control Plans and Work Instructions
Lead mold qualification process validation and PPAP submissions
Monitor process capability (Cp Cpk) and implement improvements to meet performance targets
Partner with production tooling and maintenance teams to troubleshoot molding defects such as sink flash short shot and warpage

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Lead APQP activities for new product introductions and program launches
Prepare and submit PPAP documentation to automotive customers
Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and risk assessments
Support prototype builds and pre-production trials

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

Lead structured root-cause analysis using methodologies such as 5-Why Fishbone and DMAIC
Investigate customer complaints warranty returns and internal nonconformances
Utilize SPC MSA and DOE tools to support data-driven decision making
Identify and implement initiatives to reduce scrap improve yield and optimize production costs

Supplier & Customer Quality Interface

Monitor supplier quality performance and drive corrective action activities
Serve as a key technical quality contact for automotive customers
Participate in customer visits quality reviews and audit activities

Leadership & Mentorship

Mentor and support junior quality engineers and inspection staff
Provide guidance on inspection methods metrology practices and quality standards
Promote a culture of accountability safety and continuous improvement across the organization

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing or related discipline)
ASQ certifications such as CQE or CQA preferred

Experience

7 years of quality engineering experience in automotive manufacturing
5 years supporting injection molding operations
Strong experience with APQP PPAP FMEA Control Plans and SPC
Proven success implementing root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Experience working within an IATF 16949 certified environment

Technical Skills

Experience with statistical analysis software (Minitab preferred)
Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
Knowledge of metrology equipment including CMM optical inspection systems and precision gauges
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Core Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication and customer interaction skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and quality initiatives
Detail-oriented with strong organizational discipline
Comfortable working in high-volume fast-paced manufacturing environments

will relocate

Position: Senior Quality Engineer Automotive Manufacturing OverviewA leading advanced manufacturing organization within the automotive supply chain is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support high-volume production operations with a strong emphasis on injection molding processes. This role play...