Quality Engineer

1.1 Job Title: Quality Engineer I

1.2 Job Holder: [To be filled]

1.3 Department/Cost Center: Quality / Exterior / Tuscaloosa, USA Plant

2. Special Requirements / Qualification Profile

2.1 Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related Engineering fields, Economics, Business Administration, or relevant work experience
• 2 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing quality role

2.2 Knowledge:

• Quality management systems (IATF 16949 Standard)
• Measuring room technology, laboratory methods
• Gage R&R; other MAS studies preferred
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to generate and implement full 8D Corrective Action reports
• Statistical Process Control skills – ability to generate reports with raw data from a database
• Ability to generate Control Plans, develop Work Instructions, and review/revise PFMEAs
• Knowledge of PPAP requirements
• IT proficiency (MS Office, SAP)
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• English language proficiency

Preferred:

• ASQ CQE or ASQ CQT certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding, painting, and assembly processes
• Familiarity with production methods (Toyota Production System, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping)
• Experience managing and supervising personnel
• Understanding of VDA standards
• Certified auditor (IATF and/or VDA)
• Hands-on experience as an operator in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Mercedes-Benz Customer Specific Requirements

3. Organizational Integration

3.1 Supervisor’s Function: Quality Manager, Superintendent, Supervisor

3.2 Subordinate’s Function: Quality Technicians, Warranty Analyst

3.3 Represented for (Function): Quality Engineer

3.4 Represented by (Function): Quality Engineer

4. Purpose of the Job

[To be defined or customized based on company needs]

5. Main Tasks

• Ensure implementation and compliance with the quality management system across all relevant departments
• Lead cross-functional teams to generate and implement 8D Corrective Action reports
• Utilize problem-solving tools such as Ishikawa charts and 5-Why Analysis
• Develop tools for data collection and analysis (trend and Pareto charts)
• Update Control Plans, Work Instructions, and other documentation
• Participate in PFMEA reviews
• Conduct statistical studies and data analysis to determine corrective actions
• Perform Gage Studies and analyze results
• Support preparation of PPAP documentation
• Maintain compliance with documentation systems and customer portals
• Implement error elimination measures and process optimization
• Introduce and maintain modern measurement and evaluation systems in QA
• Provide preventive customer support
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance
• Monitor and maintain high supply quality standards
• Ensure compliance with China's Implementation Rules for Compulsory Certification of Motor Vehicle Products (e.g., GB 8410-2006 for interior trim parts)
• Manage labeling procedures for CCC-certified products, ensuring compliance with certification requirements
• Implement CoP Control Plan and ensure changes are communicated to the Chinese Certification Authority before production

Note: The responsibilities above are not exhaustive and may evolve based on company needs.

6. Special Responsibilities

• Optimize project-related advanced quality planning activities throughout all phases, ensuring smooth transition from development to production
• Represent Quality in project meetings for assigned programs
• Track, address, and close quality-related open items in projects
• Report on quality status throughout different project phases
• Organize and plan PPAP activities to ensure timely submissions
• Manage PRAM items and engineering change implementations in I-Share
• Attend tooling trials when necessary to ensure quality compliance

About Seneca Resources:

Seneca Resources is client driven provider of strategic Information Technology consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. Seneca Resources is a leading IT services provider with offices in Virginia, Alabama, Atlanta, Philadelphia & Dallas that service clients throughout the United States. The key to our success lies within our strong corporate culture which drives our business. We challenge our staff through engaging work, and we reward our staff through competitive compensation, extensive professional training, and excellent opportunities for career advancement. In turn, we look for only the best and brightest to join our team.

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