Engineer II - Plant Quality

About the Team

ZF Gainesville, LLC, located in Gainesville, GA, specializes in producing high-quality axle drives. The Process Quality team at this facility is composed of four dedicated Process Quality Engineers, each responsible for overseeing 1-2 of the seven assembly lines. These engineers report directly to the Plant Quality Engineering Supervisor, ensuring that all processes meet the stringent quality standards expected in the automotive industry.

This collaborative and dynamic team plays a crucial role in maintaining the excellence of ZF's products.

• Perform internal quality investigations on axle drive assembly lines.
• Plan, test, train, and supervise the implementation of Preventive Quality Assurance in the axle drive assembly lines in order to establish and verify capable and stable production processes.
• Maintain Quality Data Systems in the single assembly stations as well as in the Central Quality Database.
• Perform Internal Process Audits in axle drive assembly lines or as required to coordinate product audits in assembly lines (Smart LPA).
• Manage 8D advanced investigations or similar Corrective Action Process derived from Product- and Process Audits, and from internal and external quality investigations.
• Performs reviews of customer 0 km & field/warranty returns, determining root cause & recommending corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Primary lead for customer contact concerning quality topics; this includes completion, submission & approval of customer PPAPs as well as ensuring adherence to customer-specific requirements.

• BS in Engineering.
• 2-5+ years of related experience with quality assurance.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and other data base tools.
• Experience leading small projects.
• Automotive experience preferred.

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities