Quality Engineer III

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly-engineered systems for automotive flooring, acoustical, thermal, aerodynamic and other fiber-based solutions for gas and electric vehicles. With U.S.

-based operational headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, Auria operates 16 manufacturing, 9 technical and 5 JV locations across 10 countries and employs approximately 3,700 people worldwide.

• Experienced in using statistical tools, problem solving tools, and methodology (i.e., 8D, 5Y, Fishbone etc.)
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions resulting from non-conformances.
• Assist with the analysis of SPC data.
• Develop and maintain error-proofing/mistake-proofing methods in manufacturing cells.
• Participate in APQP team activities for IMDS submissions, Control Plans, PFMEA, and Process Flow Charts.
• Manage new processes and implementation regarding new product launches.
• Participate on plant continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in customer meetings.
• Participate in quality reporting and management review process.
• Provide process improvement recommendations.
• Effectively Monitor Customer PPM rating system and inputs minimizing negative exposure.
• Function as Primary Customer Liaison for Production Part Quality issues as directed by the QA Manager ensuring all customer-system requirements are met developing solid relationships in line with Corporate Values.
• Organize and complete PPAP requirements for new programs and for engineering changes including customer specific run-at-rate requirements according to customer guidelines and ISO 16949 Procedures.
• Track customer-specific corrective/preventive actions ensuring that all customer expectations are met.
• Assist Manufacturing work cell teams with achieving ISO 16949 system requirements.
• Actively communicate quality standards to the work cell teams.
• Follow the ISO 16949 system requirement procedures and play active role in continuously improving this system including timely response to audit non-conformances.
• Assist in the development and revisions of PFMEAs, Control Plans, Instructions, and any other Pre-Production Planning (APQP) documentation as required.
• Assist Manufacturing and Process Engineering in trouble-shooting issues as required.
• Perform any other tasks and system improvements as directed while also attending all training and education workshops, classes or seminars as required.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Any additional reasonable request deemed necessary by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

• An opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental and vision plan. As well as voluntary benefits.
• Fertility Benefits available for those enrolled in our medical plan for financial support of treatment options.
• Parental Leave and Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits for salaried employees.
• Tuition Reimbursement available for eligible employees to continue education.
• Auria matches 50% of your contributions up to 8%, for a maximum Auria match of 4%.
• Salary Continuation & Long-Term Disability (LTD).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field is required.
• 3-5 Years Quality Experience.
• Proven work experience in process engineering.
• Familiarity of process flow as it relates to lean manufacturing.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required.
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation, and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism while interacting with internal and external customers is required.
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills are required.
• Experience with ISO-16949 and ISO-9001 is preferred.
• Experience with IATF is preferred.
• Tier 1 automotive experience preferred.

• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Must have the ability to lead and motivate people.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to present information to all levels in the organization.
• Ability to read, write and perform non-complex mathematical calculations.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, multi-task and follow direction.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts and experience with Toyota Production System.
• Experience with Six Sigma is preferred.