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Job Description
Quality Engineer - Automotive Supplier ilocatum - 5.0 Chattanooga, TN Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $100,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Statistics Communication with suppliers Customer communication Production data analysis
IATF 16949
2016 Quality control statistical data analysis Spreadsheets Statistical Process Control Vendor communication Quality assurance within automotive industry Productivity software PPAP Cross-functional communication Data analysis software Full Job Description Automotive Quality Engineer Chattanooga, TN A global Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in formed plastics components operates a manufacturing facility in Chattanooga and is seeking a Quality Engineer to own product quality from program launch through production sign-off. The company operates more than 60 plants worldwide and supplies to major OEMs including Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen. This is a cross-functional role with direct customer and supplier interface responsibility and ownership of the full APQP and PPAP process.
Schedule:
Full-time; travel required as program and customer needs dictate
Compensation:
$70,000 - $100,000 Per Year What You'll Do You will serve as the primary quality lead for new product and program introductions, coordinating all Advanced Quality Planning activities from pre-production through process sign-off. This includes leading the preparation, evaluation, and submission of PPAP packages in line with individual customer requirements, tracking program timing through all phases using industry-standard project methodology, and maintaining responsibility for customer satisfaction at every stage of the launch process. You will lead root cause analysis efforts for non-conforming product conditions, applying structured problem-solving methodologies including 8D, and coordinate corrective action implementation across internal departments including Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Inspection. Statistical analysis of production data using SPC tools is a regular part of the role, used to identify trends and drive measurable quality improvement. Customer and supplier liaison work is central to this position. You will manage all quality-related communication with customers and their supplier quality teams, with direct experience supporting Ford, Toyota, and Volkswagen-specific requirements. You will also lead and implement
IATF 16949
program requirements and all related documentation, conduct internal and external quality reviews, and maintain gauge and fixture calibration schedules. Development and implementation of shop floor work instructions is part of the scope, as is coordination of engineering changes and associated file maintenance. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience in an automotive manufacturing quality role Demonstrated knowledge of
IATF 16949
(formerly
TS 16949
) and AIAG core tools including APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, Flow Charts, Capability Analysis, and Gauge R&R Hands-on experience with PPAP preparation and submission across multiple customer portals Proficiency in SPC and advanced statistical analysis applied to production quality data Experience managing customer-specific requirements for Ford, Toyota, or Volkswagen Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with production, engineering, purchasing, and external customers and suppliers Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office software Ability to travel domestically and internationally as program needs require Preferred Qualifications Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) designation through ASQ or equivalent Lead auditor training or certification (IATF 16949 or VDA 6.3) Familiarity with VDA system requirements Experience with MPACT quality software Background managing quality across multiple simultaneous new program launches Experience in a Tier 1 plastics, injection molding, or formed plastics manufacturing environment Compensation and Benefits $70,000 - $100,000 Per Year Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off To apply, submit your resume along with a brief summary of your APQP and PPAP experience and the OEM programs you have supported.
