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Michael Page
Quality Engineer - Automotive Manufacturer | Joliet, IL
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What they do
A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$87,125 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Annual bonus incentive based on personal and company metrics! Consistent performance reviews & merit raises! About Our Client Our client is a highly regarded supplier in the automotive and heavy trucking industry, recognized for its strong, long-standing partnerships with leading OEMs. After experiencing steady growth over the past five years, they are seeking a leader and mentor who can drive continued success for years to come. With a people-focused culture, this role offers a dynamic, fast-paced, yet enjoyable and engaging work environment. Job Description Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap, defects, customer complaints, and overall quality costs. Investigate quality issues using structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies. Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues. Support customer quality requirements, respond to quality concerns, and coordinate containment activities when necessary. Create, maintain, and update quality documentation, including Control Plans, Work Instructions, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, and PPAP documentation. Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis using tools such as Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk, control charts, and Pareto analysis. Verify compliance with quality standards, control plans, and operating procedures throughout production. Conduct product, process, and layered audits to ensure adherence to quality requirements. Support new product launches and process validations in accordance with customer and industry requirements. Participate in customer, internal, and third-party audits and support quality management system compliance. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant 1+ year of experience in a manufacturing quality environment. Experience with customer quality requirements, corrective actions, and quality improvement projects. Experience supporting APQP, PPAP, product validation, or new product launches preferred. Experience with