Product Development Quality Engineer

Quality Planning Manager

This role involves leading and managing advanced quality planning activities for new product introductions and significant process changes within a manufacturing environment. The position requires a strategic approach to risk mitigation, validation, and launch readiness, ensuring high standards of quality are maintained throughout the product lifecycle. It offers an opportunity to collaborate across multiple departments to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful product launches.

Lead advanced quality planning activities for new product introductions and major process changes.

Develop and implement DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, and inspection plans to identify and mitigate risks early in the product lifecycle.

Support validation, qualification, and launch-related activities, including first article inspections and PPAPs.

Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to define key quality characteristics and process controls.

Manage quality documentation and ensure compliance with launch and production readiness requirements.

Identify opportunities to reduce design and process risks through proactive quality planning and risk assessments.

Facilitate cross-functional meetings to review quality deliverables, risk mitigation actions, and validation results.

Monitor and report on quality performance metrics related to new product launches, focusing on defect prevention.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality planning and manufacturing ramp-up processes.

Assist in establishing standardized procedures and best practices for quality assurance during product development and manufacturing ramp-up.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years' experience in advanced quality planning, new product development, or related quality engineering roles.

Proven experience leading DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, and inspection plans in a manufacturing setting.

Hands-on experience supporting or leading validation, first article inspections, and launch quality deliverables.

Strong understanding of risk assessment tools, quality standards, and failure mode analysis.

Experience working with suppliers, especially in supplier quality or supplier parts integration, is a plus.

Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Availability to work in a hybrid environment with flexible schedule management.

$50.00-$58.00 Hourly

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline – it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and Health Joy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans.

Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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