Quality Engineer

Quality Assurance Manager

Essential Job Functions:

• Uphold the Carlex Quality Policy
• Maintain plant compliance to IATF-16949:2024 and ISO9001:2024 standards as well as customer defined quality systems and requirements
• Lead the development of production documentation including Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA and Standardized Work to PPAP requirements
• Monitor customer supplied warranty data and supplier PPAP files and respond accordingly
• Oversee the evaluation of process audits and finished product inspections for quality and reliability
• In conjunction with Corporate Quality and the Quality Manager, develop internal quality control standards for the plant
• Ensure quality systems and procedures are maintained and effectively used by all associates
• Communicate significant quality issues throughout all levels of the Company
• Develop and maintain a partnership-style relationship with customers and suppliers
• Work closely with other plant team members to address the day to day problems and improve product and process quality
• Occasionally travel to the assembly plants to review products and interact with customer personnel
• Be knowledgeable all government-required testing, reporting and recordkeeping as required by FMVSS-205, ECER43, CCC, and other country regulations

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or another technical field required, or; High School diploma or equivalent with at least 8 years relevant manufacturing Quality experience required
• IATF Internal Auditor certification is required
• IATF Lead Auditor preferred
• Years of Experience: 3+ years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment with an undergraduate Degree or 8+ years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment with a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Other Requirements: Recent training in Core Tools, or willingness to receive training within the first year in the position; Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5-S, Total Quality Concepts, and Six Sigma; Possess a robust understanding of the IATF and ISO standards and their implementation in an automotive Tier 1 and Tier 2 facility; Valid driver's license required for business travel; Regular and predictable attendance required; Off-schedule hours may be required as work load or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays

Key Competencies:

• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Excellent Analytical Skills
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence and Trust