Key Responsibilities
- Lead process change management activities for product, process, equipment, material, and supplier changes
- Ensure all changes comply with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards
- Facilitate and approve change control documentation, including:
- Process Change Requests (PCRs)
- DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plan updates
- Work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure mitigation plans are implemented prior to change approval
- Support APQP/PPAP activities related to changes, including run-at-rate, validation builds, and capability studies
- Coordinate cross-functional reviews with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, and Operations
- Interface with customers on process change notifications, approvals, and audits
- Lead or support internal and external audits related to process changes
- Analyze quality data and trends to verify change effectiveness and prevent recurrence of issues
- Drive continuous improvement using problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, DMAIC, etc.)
- Support launch readiness and production stability following approved changes
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
- 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
- Strong working knowledge of:
- IATF 16949 and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Change management and risk-based decision making
- Automotive customer-specific requirements
- Experience managing process changes in high-volume manufacturing
- Proficient in quality documentation, data analysis, and reporting tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
- Familiarity with launch management and production transfers
- Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
- Experience with supplier change management and audits
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Key Competencies
- Structured problem solving
- Attention to detail and strong documentation discipline
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills
- Proactive mindset with a focus on quality and prevention
Benefits Summary:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
- 401K with 4% Company Match
- Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
- Bonus Program
- FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
- Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
- Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
- Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development and Ongoing Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
- Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
- Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.
Annual Salary: $70,000 - $87,000
