Quality Engineer

PrideNow has an opening for a Quality Engineer with a leading automotive manufacturer This is a direct-hire position in Georgetown, Ky Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the production of high-quality automotive components and systems that meet OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to address quality challenges, optimize processes, and maintain compliance with automotive industry standards such as IATF 16949. Key Responsibilities: Automotive Quality Management: Develop and implement quality control systems specific to automotive components, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements. Lead and execute PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) submissions for new and existing products. Support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) activities for new product launches, ensuring robust quality plans are in place. Product & Process Control: Monitor and improve processes for manufacturing automotive components, including stamping, injection molding, welding, or assembly operations. Conduct in-depth root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for product defects or process inefficiencies. Create and maintain Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documents for automotive systems. Supplier & Customer Collaboration: Act as a liaison between the organization and OEM or Tier 1 automotive customers to resolve quality issues and ensure satisfaction. Conduct supplier audits and work with vendors to improve incoming material quality for automotive components. Respond to customer complaints using problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Quality Inspections & Testing: Oversee and perform dimensional analysis using CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) and other metrology tools. Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) to monitor and improve process capability (Cp, Cpk). Support End-of-Line (EOL) testing, ensuring components meet performance and durability standards. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain and update quality documentation, including quality metrics, audit findings, and inspection reports, per automotive standards. Analyze warranty data and internal/external failure reports to identify trends and drive improvement initiatives. Continuous Improvement in Automotive Production: Drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste, improve product quality, and enhance overall efficiency in automotive production. Lead quality-focused kaizen events to improve production processes and reduce rework or scrap. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 3 years of quality engineering experience in the automotive manufacturing sector. Hands-on experience with automotive industry tools such as APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and MSA. Familiarity with manufacturing processes like stamping, injection molding, die casting, or welding is a plus. Skills: Proficiency in automotive quality management systems (QMS) and software tools (e.g., Plex, SAP, Minitab). Strong analytical skills and familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Effective communication skills to collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal teams. Preferred Certifications: · Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) from ASQ or equivalent. · Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification. · IATF 16949 Lead Auditor certification.