Quality Engineer III - NPI​/Sustaining

Position: Quality Engineer III - NPI / Sustaining
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At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions.

Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
How will you make an impact?
As a  Quality Engineer  at our Auburn Hills site, you will support global customer accounts by leading quality assurance efforts across manufacturing operations. Auburn Hills specializes in  high-mix, low-to-medium volume product solutions  with a focus on the  healthcare, analytical instrumentation, and automotive industries . You will serve as a technical liaison between Jabil, suppliers, and customers, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement.

Your success in this role will depend on your  attention to detail , ability to  communicate effectively , and deep understanding of  medical manufacturing quality control .
What will you do?
Lead and support manufacturing problem-solving activities to meet customer demands.

Serve as an escalation point for interpreting quality standards and resolving disputes.

Maintain and review Visual Aids, Control Plans, and Process FMEAs.

Manage product disposition through MRB, NCR, and QN processes.

Develop and maintain production documentation including purges, quality alerts, deviations, and risk assessments.

Participate in Advanced Quality Planning (AQP) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLCM).

Develop and execute qualification protocols and summary reports.

Conduct capability studies and analyze critical process data.

Deliver training to production teams on quality and qualification procedures.

Own supplier interactions, audits, and CAPA processes for the site.

Support continuous improvement through daily CAC and weekly QIC meetings.

Perform defect trend analysis across internal, customer, and supplier data.

Conduct routine GEMBA walks and engage with manufacturing teams.

Act as liaison for quality issues and engineering change notifications.

Participate in PPAP activities for customer, supplier, and internal changes.

Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and FDA QSR Part 820.

Provide on-call support and participate in audits as needed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment following 6S principles.

Comply with all Environmental Health and Safety standards and work rules.

How will you get here?

Education:

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Quality Engineering.

Experience in  medical device manufacturing  and regulated environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Strong knowledge of quality theory, CAPA, and validation procedures.

Ability to apply statistical methods (e.g., Cpk, Gage R&R, probability theory).

Advanced PC skills and familiarity with Jabil's software systems.

Excellent verbal and written  communication skills .

Ability to present effectively to customers and internal teams.

Strong analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills.

High level of  attention to detail  in documentation and process control.

Preferred Qualifications:

ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CQT).

Experience with surface mount electronics assembly.

Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and FDA cGMP compliance.

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