Quality Systems Engineer

Quality Systems Engineer - Toledo, OH

The Quality Systems Engineer will be responsible for providing engineering support to meet operational needs in safety, quality, delivery, and cost requirements. This includes the implementation of new manufacturing processes and continuous improvement of current processes.

Schedule

1st Shift 7AM to 3PM (start and end times could fluctuate slightly based on customer need, including weekends) and overtime is to be expected.

Starting Pay Rate

$47 per hour to start

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CMM programs, perform dimensional analysis, and provide measurement data to support product validation and problem-solving.
• Manage customer and supplier PPAP submissions, approvals, and annual revalidations.
• Coordinate engineering and process changes, including validation, documentation, and customer approvals.
• Administer plant calibration systems, including internal and external calibration activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and purchasing requirements.
• Support quality audits, compliance activities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage the internal audit function for the quality system.
• Use the internal audit system to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage the documentation change management system.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to develop PFMEAs, control plans, and work instructions, utilizing risk assessments to ensure process controls deliver continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Perform MSA and capability studies of new and current gages and equipment.
• Assist in investigations into quality rejects, including customer-returned material.
• Assist and coach others in the use of statistical techniques.
• Assist with process improvements and data analysis.
• Conduct process capability studies and quality audits.
• Conduct and participate in customer visits and reviews.
• Other duties as required.

Typical Requirements

• Proficiency in CMM programming, dimensional metrology, GD&T interpretation, and measurement analysis.
• Experience with customer and supplier PPAP processes, APQP, engineering change management, and AIAG Core Tools.
• Experience managing calibration systems, laboratory equipment, and inspection, measuring, and test equipment (IMTE).
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with FMEAs, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions.
• Proficient in the use of Minitab or other statistical analysis programs
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical engineering, with 2-5 years of experience required.
• Work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in quality-related statistics.
• Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred or attained within one year of hire/placement.
• Experience utilizing CMMs, metrology equipment, and calibration software.
• Strong project management, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.

About Cardinal Staffing

At Cardinal Staffing, a Surestaff Company, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest.

We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding an opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you'll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Cardinal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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