Quality Engineer - 27636

Senior Quality Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI Area | Automotive Manufacturing | Direct Hire

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to support quality operations within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with customers, suppliers, operations, and program teams to ensure quality requirements are met from new product launch through ongoing production.

Key Focus

Automotive Quality | IATF 16949 | APQP | PPAP | Corrective Actions | Quality Systems | Continuous Improvement

What You’ll Do

• Ensure high-quality parts are delivered to customers while supporting suppliers, manufacturing operations, and program launches
• Support IATF 16949 compliance, internal audits, and PPAP submissions
• Develop and maintain APQP documentation
• Develop, implement, and manage quality systems, plans, and procedures
• Support corrective action processes and quality problem-solving activities
• Analyze quality documentation and communicate directly with customers regarding quality issues
• Partner with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure established quality and job performance standards are consistently met

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of quality engineering experience in automotive manufacturing
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Hands-on experience with IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAP
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and customer communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Similar backgrounds may include: Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, or Quality Manager.