Position Summary: The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for ensuring product and process compliance with internal standards, customer-specific requirements, and IATF 16949. This role requires technical expertise in automotive quality tools, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in driving sustainable improvements. The engineer will support new product launches, manage quality documentation, and facilitate corrective actions with a focus on root cause elimination and prevention. Pay Range: $62,987.00-$94,480.00 Key Responsibilities: - Develop, maintain, and audit Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and PFMEAs in alignment with AIAG and customer-specific formats (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Volkswagen). - Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies including Gauge R&R, bias, linearity, and stability evaluations. - Conduct Statistical Process Control (SPC) analysis and implement control strategies to ensure process capability and stability. - Prepare and submit PPAP documentation including dimensional results, material certifications, capability studies, and ISIRs. - Manage customer complaints, initiate 8D problem-solving, and facilitate containment, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions. - Interpret and apply OEM customer-specific requirements and ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and VDA 6.3 standards. - Interface directly with customer quality representatives during audits, product reviews, and issue resolution. - Maintain and update supplier quality manuals, manage sub-supplier quality performance, and conduct supplier audits. Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering to implement engineering solutions to quality issues. - Support launch activities, including process validation, capability studies, and quality planning. - Lead cross-functional teams in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives using Fishbone Diagrams, Five Whys, and Pareto Analysis. - Utilize GD&T to interpret prints and ensure dimensional compliance during product and process evaluations. - Manage quality-related projects including timelines, resources, and deliverables. - Provide technical training to operators, inspectors, and engineers on quality tools and standards. - Supervise and mentor quality technicians and specialists as needed to support departmental goals. Education: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field. - ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, Six Sigma Black Belt) preferred. - IATF 16949 Auditor Certification is a plus. - VDA 6.3 Auditor certification is a plus. Experience: - 1-5 years of relevant experience in quality assurance. - Proven experience with AIAG Core Tools and customer-specific requirements. Essential Skills: - Proficiency in FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and PPAP. - Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and mechanical inspection techniques. - Experience with CMM, vision systems, and other metrology equipment. - Skilled in problem-solving methodologies and data analysis. - Effective communicator with strong organizational and leadership skills. - Familiarity with Plex or similar quality management systems.