Quality Engineer

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in the automotive/aerospace industry for a Quality Engineer II.

Job Title: Quality Engineer I or II

Location: Trenton, OH (100% onsite)

Pay: $45 - $52/hour

Duration: 3-6 month contract to potential hire

Job Function Summary:

Responsible for developing quality documentation, facilitating continuous improvements, and working with suppliers and customers to resolve quality or system issues.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain APQP documentation (FMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP) and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 standards

• Lead root cause analysis, CAPA, and problem‑solving efforts using standard quality tools

• Interface directly with customers and internal teams to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement

• Maintain QMS documentation, support audits, and ensure effective document control

• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to team members

Launch & New Program Quality

• Lead quality support for new product launches, ensuring readiness through PPAP and zero‑defect launch goals

• Develop and manage control plans, inspection plans, and gage requirements

• Participate in DFM, GD&T, and process planning reviews

• Support new business by defining measurement strategies and estimating gage costs

Manufacturing Quality

• Ensure adherence to process control plans and drive resolution of production quality issues

• Implement containment actions and corrective actions to prevent recurrence

• Develop and improve inspection methods, testing systems, and quality controls

Supplier Quality

• Manage supplier quality issues, including audits, performance monitoring, and corrective actions (SCARs)

• Ensure suppliers meet ISO/IATF and customer requirements

• Support supplier selection, development, and continuous improvement initiatives

Additional

• Support continuous improvement, team development, and cross‑functional collaboration

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering or related field required. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for a degree.

• A minimum of 2-5 years of Quality Engineer experience, preferably in an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Advanced knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack up applications preferred, not required

• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems, e.g. ISO9001, TS16949 and ITF16949.

• Experience with Product Warranty documentation.

• Advanced project management skills using Microsoft applications.

• Demonstrated competency in the use of problem solving tools, e.g., 5 why, 8D, Ishakawa Diagram, Root Cause Analysis, etc.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally preferred

Benefits:

Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Accrued Sick Pay

• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

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