Quality Engineer

Requirements

• Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• 3 years in automotive manufacturing quality.
• Strong experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Experience supporting VDA 6.3 audits preferred.
• Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans.
• Experience with Gage R&R and MSA.
• Strong GD&T and blueprint interpretation skills.
• SPC and capability study experience.
• Experience with Plex ERP system preferred.
• Experience using customer portals (e.g., OEM portals).
• Familiarity with CMM inspection processes.
• Certifications (Preferred)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Visa Sponsorship
• At this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.
• No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
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Additional Information

Current CVG employees, please click HERE to login and apply. Position Summary The Quality Engineer is a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving permanent corrective actions, sustaining compliance to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards, and supporting daily manufacturing operations. This role requires strong plant-floor engagement, technical problem solving, and ownership of the corrective action process. The Quality Engineer works cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Customers to eliminate defects, reduce scrap, and improve process capability. Core Responsibilities Corrective Action & Problem Solving (Primary Focus) - Lead and drive the Corrective Action Report (CAR) process from containment through permanent corrective action verification. - Lead and facilitate 8D problem-solving activities. - Conduct root cause analysis using 5-Why, Fishbone, and data-driven methods. - Ensure corrective actions are robust, permanent, and validated. - Lead Kaizen activities focused on defect reduction and process improvement. - Actively engage on the plant floor to investigate and resolve quality issues. Measurement Systems & Technical Quality - Perform and analyze Gage R&R studies and Measurement System Analysis (MSA). - Support development and validation of inspection methods. - Interpret GD&T and engineering drawings. - Perform blueprint review and tolerance stack evaluation. - Maintain familiarity with CMM inspection processes and reporting. - Conduct capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Ppk) and statistical analysis. APQP / PPAP / Launch Support - Support and participate in APQP activities for new and existing programs. - Prepare and review PPAP submissions (Level 1-5 as required). - Review and maintain PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams. - Ensure readiness for customer and supplier launch requirements. - Facilitate supplier PPAP review and approval process. Customer & Supplier Interface - Serve as quality liaison with customers via direct communication and customer portals. - Investigate customer returns and manage return database. - Submit 8Ds and corrective actions through customer portals. - Analyze trends in rejections, chargebacks, and warranty issues. - Support supplier quality development and corrective action efforts. Quality Systems & Audits - Maintain compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards. - Support VDA 6.3 process audits. - Lead and participate in Layered Process Audits (LPA). - Prepare for and support third-party and customer audits. - Develop and revise quality documentation, procedures, and visual standards. Scrap Reduction & Continuous Improvement - Administer and analyze plant scrap programs. - Identify trends and implement corrective actions to reduce waste. - Support plant cost reduction initiatives. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with plant goals.

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