Sr. Quality System Engineer

Sr. Quality System Engineer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in quality management.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, etc.).
• Strong experience with automotive product development processes, including design validation, production, and supplier quality management.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, root cause analysis, 8D, Six Sigma, Lean, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills to work cross-functionally with internal teams and suppliers, and to liaise with customers effectively.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with quality management software (e.g., SAP, PQS systems).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s quality management system in accordance with industry standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other relevant regulations.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, as well as national and international standards.
• Perform internal audits to verify QMS effectiveness and ensure adherence to company and industry standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to drive initiatives.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to optimize production and minimize defects.
• Lead or support problem-solving teams (e.g., root cause analysis, corrective actions, corrective action requests (CARs)).
• Work with suppliers to ensure that their processes and products comply with internal quality standards and customer requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure quality consistency.
• Collaborate with suppliers on quality improvement initiatives and provide feedback for non-conformances.
• Prepare, review, and maintain quality-related documentation, including quality plans, control plans, FMEA, and inspection records.
• Generate and present reports related to quality metrics, audits, and process performance to senior management and customers.
• Ensure all quality documentation is properly archived and easily accessible for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory changes.
• Ensure that all quality activities and product specifications align with industry certification requirements.
• Support external audits and manage any necessary corrective actions resulting from audits or inspections.
• Act as a point of contact between the company and customers on quality-related issues.
• Manage customer complaints, quality issues, and coordinate problem resolution.
• Ensure that the customer’s quality expectations are met and exceeded where possible.
• Provide training and support to staff and teams on quality system procedures and practices.
• Ensure that all team members understand the importance of quality and how to contribute to continuous improvement.
• Drive a culture of quality across all departments in the organization.
• Support the identification and mitigation of risks related to product quality, supplier performance, and process stability.
• Implement risk management strategies, including FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), control plans, and risk assessments.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.