Quality Systems Engineer

Position Overview

A Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility is seeking a Quality System Engineer to lead and maintain the effectiveness of our Quality Management System. This position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards while driving continuous improvement across operations. Company: Welding and Stamping Manufacturing Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee internal and external quality system audits.
• Ensure full implementation, maintenance, and revision of the Quality System Manual.
• Define, plan, and communicate short- and long-term quality objectives.
• Evaluate the compliance and effectiveness of quality system processes and documentation.
• Interface with customers and suppliers on quality-related matters, including corrective actions and performance tracking.
• Monitor customer portals daily and report findings per established escalation procedures.
• Verify control plans and process adherence for product manufacturing.
• Lead supplier audits and performance evaluations.
• Support management reviews and follow-up on improvement actions.
• Maintain alignment with industry standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Act as a key liaison for customer satisfaction and system compliance.
• Empower authority to stop production to prevent non-conformities when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in quality tools: 8D, SPC, PPAP, MSA, FMEA.
• Deep understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or Management (MBA or advanced degree is a plus).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory or quality management role.
• Prior experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Auditor for IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 / VDA 6.
• Familiarity with customer-specific requirements within the automotive industry.