Quality Engineer

This is a direct‑hire, permanent Quality Engineer position with a leading automotive manufacturing client located near South Bend, IN. The salary is $85,000–$95,000 per year plus bonus, and the role includes medical insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and other benefits. Responsibilities Uphold ISO, quality, and regulatory standards for production, quality assurance, and supplier quality. Create, maintain, and update quality engineering protocols and audit tracking systems. Conduct root‑cause analysis to eliminate recurrence of non‑conformance issues. Monitor, communicate, and improve KPIs such as cost reduction, DPPM, and waste. Report errors and activities within the quality management system. Recommend process improvements for manufacturing and quality processes. Coordinate with new product development teams to update blueprints, designs, drawings, and schematics for compliance and simplification. Participate in quality audits, projects, and special assignments. Assist in investigating customer complaints to ensure timely, accurate resolution. Help the Engineering Manager and the Quality Team develop and execute improvement plans. Ensure adherence to company quality, health, and safety regulations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering (highly preferred). Minimum 3+ years of quality engineering experience in automotive or other heavy manufacturing industry. 3+ years of experience upholding ISO quality standards and leading inspections and auditing in a manufacturing facility. Experience collaborating and communicating directly with suppliers and customers. Ability to interpret customer specifications and inspection requirements. Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy. Self‑motivated and proactive. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off. 401(k) plan with company match. Other benefits as indicated by company policy. Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr LHH