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Quality Engineer – Metal Stamping / IATF 16949

Industry: Manufacturing | Metal Stamping & Fabrication

Job Type: Full-Time

Must be bilingual English-Spanish

Position Overview

We are partnering with an established manufacturing company seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join its team. This position plays a key role in maintaining and improving product quality, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing quality, preferably within metal stamping, sheet metal fabrication, welding, or related processes. Experience with IATF 16949, ISO standards, PPAP, and root cause analysis is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards and procedures to ensure consistent product quality.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits in accordance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Monitor supplier quality performance, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate product nonconformances, quality issues, and process deviations.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives using 8D, 5 Why, PDCA, and related methodologies.
• Prepare and manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation for new products, engineering changes, and annual submissions.
• Review and approve validation documentation, equipment qualifications, and quality-related procedures.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control documentation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment to verify product specifications.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality concerns.
• Analyze quality performance data, including scrap rates, production quantities, customer returns, and supplier performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve manufacturing processes, and increase operational efficiency.
• Assist with quality training and provide technical guidance to manufacturing personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably involving metal stamping, welding, painting, plating, or sheet metal fabrication.
• At least 1 year of supplier quality or supplier development experience in a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 quality management standards.
• Experience with PPAP documentation and automotive quality core tools.
• Strong understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies, including 8D, 5 Why, and PDCA.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous quality engineering experience in a metal stamping or sheet metal fabrication environment.
• Familiarity with APQP and automotive quality core tools.
• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical analysis software.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management, process validation, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience supporting customer quality audits and resolving customer complaints.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to play an important role in manufacturing quality, work closely with engineering and production teams, and contribute directly to product reliability and process improvement.

If you are a detail-oriented Quality Engineer with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

You should be proficient in:

• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Supplier Management
• PPAP Process Experience
• AS9100 Experience