Quality Engineer Sr

Full-Time/Regular

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Driveimplementationofall Qualitypolicesandrequiredoperatingproceduresandworkinstructions.
• Initiateandfacilitatecross-functionalteamsinpursuitofsolvingandmistake-proofingqualityissues.
• Review,analyze,andapprovesupplierPPAPsubmissionsandsupplieraudits.
• Workwithcross-functionalteamsofcustomers,suppliers,Program Managers,andPlant
  
  Stafftoensureproductsmeetqualitygoalsforcompanyandcustomers.
• Driveimplementationofaprogressive Qualitysystemtopreventdefectsandmeetorexceedcustomerexpectations.
• Review,audit,andreviseallnecessaryAPQPdocumentsincluding Process Flow ,PFMEA,and Controls
  
  Plans.
• SupportsinternalaswellasthirdpartyIATF
  16949
  
  Quality Management System audits .
• Thisfull-time,salariedroleisapartofour
  
  Quality Teamandreportstothe Quality Manager .
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent progressive Quality experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Musthavemetalassemblyinanautomotivemanufacturingenvironment.
• 7+yearsas
  
  Quality
  
  Engineer experience,PPAPapproval,problem solving.
• Previousinteractionwith Suppliers,APQP,PMEA,andother
  
  Qualitystandardsinanautomotivemanufacturingenvironment.
• Demonstrateusageofleanmanufacturingconcepts.
• A.S.Q.certified
  
  Quality
  
  Engineerstronglypreferred.
  
  Internal Auditoraplus.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office, Quality data collection/reporting, and ERP software (e.g., QAD, SAP or similar systems.

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.