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Quality Engineer
JacksonOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Lead APQP and PPAP activities for new product introductions, conduct DFMEA/PFMEA, and manage launch quality documentation and tooling reviews.
About this role
- Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product introductions, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal standards.
- Manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and launch readiness documentation for new tooling and components.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and customers to define and validate quality requirements during product development and launch phases.
- Conduct Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA) and develop robust Control Plans for launch programs.
- Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R to ensure inspection reliability and repeatability.
- Lead dimensional tooling reviews, provide feedback for tooling improvements, and support validation of stamping, injection molding, and die casting processes.
- Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpret engineering drawings to support launch quality activities.
- Drive launch containment plans, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for internal and supplier non-conformances.
- Develop and implement inspection criteria, work instructions, and quality check procedures for new product builds.
- Report program status, risks, and countermeasures to executive leadership and customers.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel (pivot tables), and Gantt charts for project tracking and reporting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in automotive product launch quality.
- Experience with AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
- Familiarity with CMM programming, DOE, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
- Strong communication, project management, and customer-facing skills.
- Prior experience supporting zero-defect launches in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Prescription
- Vision
- 401K + Company match
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Education Assistance
- Flex Spending
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Skills
AIAG Core ToolsAPQPCMM ProgrammingControl PlansDFMEADOEExcelGage R&RGantt ChartsGD&TMinitabMSAPFMEAPowerPointPPAPSPC
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