Quality Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

* Ensure product and process quality by maintaining workmanship standards and

adhering to quality program requirements

* Analyze data from customer feedback, internal defects, and supplier performance to identify quality trends and issues

* Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, production, purchasing, etc.) to investigate and resolve quality concerns

* Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address

nonconformances

* Drive defect reduction and continuous improvement initiatives

* Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, test procedures, and work instructions

* Ensure all special characteristics are identified and properly managed within control plans

* Define and implement process controls, including data collection, monitoring, and analysis methods

* Evaluate nonconforming materials and initiate supplier containment and corrective actions

* Manage supplier quality performance for assigned suppliers

* Determine requirements for incoming inspections and maintain related procedures and documentation

* Establish and maintain quality standards, boundary samples, and appearance master samples

* Ensure all process and product changes meet customer requirements and are

properly documented and approved

* Notify management of quality issues and nonconforming products in a timely manner

* Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, including IATF 16949 (TS-16949) and internal systems

Qualifications & Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field preferred

* Experience in a Quality Engineering role within a manufacturing environment

(automotive preferred)

* Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards, including IATF 16949 (TS-16949)

* Experience with root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.)

* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive corrective actions

* Experience with control plans, PFMEA, and process validation

* Knowledge of supplier quality management and incoming inspection processes

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach

* Excellent communication and organizational skills

* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills

* Experience with quality tools such as Minitab or similar statistical analysis software

* Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and other automotive core tools

* Continuous improvement mindset with Lean or Six Sigma experien

PRIMARY LOCATION

Avanzar San Antonio Facility