Quality Engineer – Automotive Plastics Manufacturing

$70,000 – $100,000

A global Tier 1 automotive supplier with 60+ plants and 7,000 employees worldwide is adding a Quality Engineer to its Chattanooga operation specializing in formed plastics. You'll own quality from APQP through process sign-off, serving as the critical link between customers, suppliers, and internal manufacturing teams. With a global footprint and active growth, this role offers real advancement for an automotive quality professional ready to take on meaningful scope.

• Competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $100,000
• Global organization with significant career growth potential across 60+ worldwide facilities

• Lead Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) from new program launch through production-ready sign-off
• Own PPAP preparation, submission, and maintenance in alignment with individual customer requirements
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action using 8D and related problem-solving methodologies
• Serve as the primary quality liaison between customers and suppliers — including Ford, Toyota, and VW
• Implement and maintain TS16949/IATF compliance, documentation, and all AIAG best practices
• Conduct statistical analysis (SPC) on production data to identify and drive quality improvements
• Manage gauge and fixture calibration schedules and develop shop floor work instructions
• Coordinate engineering changes and track program timing through all phases using standard project methodology
• Lead quality reviews, author meeting minutes, and manage all internal and external program communications
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Inspection teams

• Solid Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive supplier experience as a Quality Engineer — required
• Hands‑on knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, SPC, GD&T, and Capability Analysis (Gage R&R)
• Working knowledge of TS16949/IATF 16949 and VDA system requirements
• Experience managing customer‑specific requirements for OEMs including Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross‑functional teams and mentor others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with MPACT software a plus
• Lead auditor certification is an asset
• CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) designation preferred but not required
• Degree or diploma in a related discipline, or equivalent automotive manufacturing experience
• Willingness to travel as needed

This is a high-impact quality engineering role inside a global manufacturer with genuine room to grow. If you bring Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive quality experience and a command of TS16949 core tools, we want to hear from you.