Quality Engineer: Automotive APQP & Supplier Liaison

Description

Establish and maintain strong customer relations and ensure customer satisfaction. Have a thorough understanding of customer expectations and coordinate the internal effort to meet those expectations.

• Responsible for customer interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
• Responsible for supplier interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain control plans, PFMEA’s, inspection and gage instructions and other assigned quality plan documentation.
• Lead problem solving activities for internal/external concerns relating to assigned responsibilities.
• Coordinates activities of Quality Technicians as needed.
• Maintain Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) documentation for assigned programs.
• Establish data collection systems for process, product and customer feedback.
• Supplier quality coordination of parts supplied to assigned product units.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process and quality systems.
• Train / mentor Quality Technicians as needed.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality systems.
• Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
• Organize retrieval of supplier PPAP information.
• Organize follow up activities to customer PPAP submissions.
• Report weekly to management regarding timelines.
• During slow periods, perform internal and/or external audits on the basis of ISO 9001:2015/IATF 16949 requirements to maintain compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum for (4) year degree or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three (3) years in manufacturing environment, automotive manufacturing a plus.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in supplier and customer related quality-engineering role.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in APQP on new products in automotive industry.
• Basic AIAG or related quality system knowledge.
• Must have good communication skills, both orally and in writing to interface with customers, suppliers, and all levels of personnel in one organization.
• Capable of working in an international environment.
• High level of computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word/Excel.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to manage several tasks and/or projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 / IATF 16949 Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 auditing process.
• Internal Process Auditor experience preferred but not required.
• Must be available for approximately 25% travel including international if necessary.

• Competitive wage structure reflective of current market trends.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS) and Eye Med
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Shawmut Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment in line with ISO standards. Employees are expected to comply with all safety regulations, identify and report hazards, attend safety training, report incidents promptly, use required PPE, and participate in continuous safety improvements and emergency preparedness activities. By following these guidelines, we aim to minimize risks and ensure the well-being of everyone at Shawmut Corporation.