Quality Engineer Elizabethtown, KY aana
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Quality Engineer
Elizabethtown, KY
Summary of position
The Quality Engineer leads the completion of APQP deliverables to achieve program productivity, cost, and quality targets.
Responsibilities
Leads cross-functional teams to complete APQP deliverables to achieve program targets within program timing with a primary responsibility for control plans
Assists, advises, troubleshoots, and expedites resolutions and implementations of corrective actions to drive quality, facilitate cost reduction and control, work simplifications, safety, associate relations, budgetary conformance or other department concerns
Follow OEM quality processes and submit required documentation / evidence to gain PPAP or other approvals
Creates, edits and maintains necessary documentation to maintain various company and outside certifications
Monitors and improves the efficiency, output, safety and quality of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting / analyzing data from other technical and operating personnel
Assists in strategic planning, training and development of all associates
Leads technical and operating personnel in a team environment to improve safety, efficiency, output and quality of manufacturing processes
Demonstrates leadership values in all aspect of responsibilities
Other duties or projects as assigned
Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering related field required
2 – 5 years quality experience in a manufacturing environment, automotive preferred
Knowledge and ability to utilize problem solving tools such as Six Sigma, Fishbone, KT, PDCA, 8D, etc.
Moderate to advanced computer skills including use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
Quality systems, TS / IATF 16949 / AIAG knowledge
Knowledge of OEM Supplier Portals and related processes
Knowledge of MMOG / BIQS / VDA / Q1 / etc.
Knowledge of D/PFMEA, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and APQP processes
Previous experience in leading continuous improvement activities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong customer communication skills
Strong analytical and project management skills
Ability to develop and present solid solutions to team members, management and customers
Ability to work through and influence others
Ability to multi-task
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