Quality Engineer

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Overview A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced IATF 16949 Specialist to support and enhance its quality management systems. This role will play a critical part in maintaining compliance, leading audits, and driving continuous improvement across operations and supplier networks. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who thrives in a dynamic, process-driven environment and is passionate about operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead and perform internal and external audits to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards and related quality requirements Evaluate manufacturing processes, documentation, and performance metrics to identify non-conformances and improvement opportunities Develop comprehensive audit reports, including findings, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans Partner with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) Provide training and guidance to internal teams and suppliers on IATF standards and quality best practices Support ongoing certification efforts and compliance initiatives Stay current on industry regulations, standards, and evolving compliance requirements Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across operations Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Advanced degree preferred Experience Minimum 5 years of experience conducting IATF 16949 audits in a manufacturing or automotive environment Strong background in quality systems, auditing, and compliance Preferred: 10+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing Experience working with metal, steel, or heavy manufacturing processes Deep understanding of IATF 16949 and quality management systems Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues Skilled in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, etc.) Why Consider This Opportunity Competitive compensation package Stable and growing manufacturing environment Opportunity to directly influence quality systems and operational excellence #J-18808-Ljbffr