Quality Engineer

Job Summary

• The Quality Engineer in the automotive industry ensures that all products and processes meet rigorous quality standards. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring quality control systems and processes to guarantee that automotive components and systems are manufactured to the highest quality standards and comply with industry regulations and customer requirements.

Supervisory  Responsibilities

• None.

Essential Functions

• Customer Liaison: (Relationship with Customers and quality representatives, etc.)
  • Act as a point of contact for customers regarding quality-related inquiries and issues.
  • Address customer complaints and concerns promptly and work to resolve them effectively.
  • Collect and analyze customer feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Required Supplier Quality Management (SQE):
  • Evaluate and audit suppliers (when applicable) to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Develop and manage supplier quality assurance processes and address any supplier-related quality issues.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to implement quality improvement measures and resolve quality-related concerns.
• Project Support:
  • Support new product development and introduction by ensuring quality requirements are integrated into design and manufacturing processes.
  • PPAP preparation and approval.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to address quality issues and implement solutions.
  • Warranty reviews and analyze Warranty data from OWT, (preferrable).
• Compliance and Documentation: (Current production area)
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards (e.g., IATF 16949), and customer requirements.
  • Prepare and present quality reports and metrics to management and stakeholders.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft tools                                                                       > Effective Communication
• Supplier Warranty Analysis (preferrable)                                              > Problem-Solving Abilities
• APQP/PPAP                                                                                                     > Product Quality
• FMEA                                                                                                                > Continuous Improvement
• MSA                                                                                                                  > Quality System
• 8D Problem Solving Skills                                                                            > Control Plans

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in quality engineering within the automotive industry for 3 - 5 years.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949), Six Sigma and Lean methodologies (preferrable).
• Knowledge of GM supply power, Stellantis SCAR system preferrable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

Additional Notes

PHA Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of PHA Michigan are employed on an at-will basis.