Job Description: Quality Engineer

Location: Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Business Unit: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Quality Manager
Employees at this Location: 160
Salary Range: $80K – $100K (based on experience)

Position Overview
The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing process control programs to ensure production of finished goods that meet or exceed customer-specified requirements. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in automotive manufacturing and injection molding.
As a key member of the Quality Assurance team, the Quality Engineer will act as a change agent, driving continuous improvement initiatives and leading root cause problem-solving efforts. This position will also serve as a liaison between internal teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards and customer quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities
Quality & Compliance
• Ensure products meet all customer quality requirements and regulatory standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee quality processes, including:
o APQP – Advanced Product Quality Planning
o PPAP – Production Part Approval Process
o SPC – Statistical Process Control
o 8D – Eight Disciplines Problem Solving
• Participate in Control Plan development and ensure proper documentation.
• Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with IATF 16949 standards.
• Identify and report quality issues or trends while recommending corrective actions.
Continuous Improvement & Problem-Solving
• Lead plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology.
• Utilize structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 3-Legged 5 Whys, and Ishikawa (Fishbone) Diagrams to address recurring issues.
• Analyze production data to identify root causes and implement long-term preventive solutions.
• Deliver internal quality and process improvement training to employees across the organization.

Customer & Supplier Relations
• Act as a key point of contact for customers and suppliers regarding quality concerns.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints through effective corrective action plans.
• Interpret customer-specific quality requirements and ensure consistent application.
• Support customer and supplier audits as required.

Health, Safety & Compliance
• Follow all Occupational Safety and Health policies and procedures.
• Report any safety concerns or deficiencies immediately to leadership.
• Comply with company-wide Human Resources and Quality Assurance policies.

Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field, or five (5) years of equivalent Quality Engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years of automotive industry experience.
• Proven injection molding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual – English & Spanish (fluent verbal and written communication).

Required Skills
• Strong root cause analysis and structured problem-solving skills using 8D, 3-Legged 5 Whys, and Ishikawa diagrams.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, SPC, and other quality core tools.
• Solid computer proficiency and experience with quality management systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to travel as needed for audits, training, and customer support.
Preferred Skills
• Six Sigma certifica

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