Quality Engineer

Overview

As a Quality Engineer
, you will be responsible for planning and directing activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of the quality operation system (QOS) for manufacturing processes, materials, and products.

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. That begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep‑seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle and Product Discounts

• Support and actively participate in the APQP process for new product launch.
• Lead problem solving activities and continuous improvement efforts related to customer satisfaction and quality improvement.
• Maintain all aspects ISO/TS guidelines.
• Develop and maintain operator work instructions, Process FMEAs, and Control Plans for work conducted on production lines.
• Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
• Support the selection of measurement instruments used on the production floor and determine Gage R&R accuracy. Perform and track capability studies monthly.
• Support manufacturing to eliminate scrap. Track and report daily scrap information.
• Provide onsite support at Customer/Supplier site to investigate and/or address concerns.
• Maintain 8D, ICA/PCA, & CI logs to resolve customer issues and prevent recurrence.
• Issue Quality Problem Notice (QPN) to suppliers on quality issues, coordinate supplier and customer containment activities, and facilitate Return Material Analysis (RMAs).
• Support Layer Process Audit (LPA) guidelines.
• Track and report monthly quality performance for Warranty (R/1000’s), Plant Rejects (PPM), Process Capability, Internal Concerns (C/1000’s) for the assemble products.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university, or an associate’s in quality and/or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 4 years of consistent and concurrent experience, including internship and co‑op experience.
• Previous automotive experience with Ford.
• Plant manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work with all levels.
• PowerPoint presentations to top management, with good presentation skills.

• Knowledgeable in safety processes, Kaizen, 5S, APQP, ISO
  9001/TS16949, Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, and PPAP is preferred, but not required.

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pist We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.