JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY
The Advanced Quality Engineer will lead a cross-functional team for a new product launch by providing quality assurance support and refining production methods. Must be able to able to analyze data to provide CI improvement and will conduct audits to determine corrective and preventative action.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a cross functional team within SDT ensuring application issues are closed before first customer part requirement
- Develop the Prototype, Pre Production and Production Control Plans for the program
- Develop the Measurement System Analysis Plan for the program. Responsible to ensure variable and attribute Gage studies are conducted on all gauging and improve Gage R&R where data indicates need
- Implementation of the Manufacturing Quality Systems for the prototype, pre-production. And production builds as defined in BOS and/or specified on the Production Control Plan
- Completion of inspection reports for components that are used for pre-production product builds
- Perform capability studies and document the results for all program special characteristics ensuring that Customer and internal requirements are met
- Responsible for color/appearance approval from pre-grain to PPAP, including proper Customer submission paperwork.
- Responsible to coordinate the preparation and on-time delivery of PPAP packages for submission and approval by Customer
- Coordinate with the SAQE the preparation and on time delivery of supplier quality deliverables including control plans, capability plans, capability studies, part layouts, gage design, gage R&R, PFMEA, and DFMEA
- Ensure statistical methods are utilized throughout the Product and Process Development process and deployed into the Control Plan
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 5 years of minimum experience in Quality disciplines including ISO/TS 16949, Continuous Improvement, Total Quality Management, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, and SPC. Familiarity with dimensional layouts, gage/fixture design, and performance/material testing.
- Quality systems auditor training preferred
- Advanced Quality Planning experience
- Certification as a Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is desirable
PRIMARY LOCATION
Central Tech Unit Plymouth MISkills Required
- Minimum 5 years experience in quality disciplines including ISO/TS 16949, Continuous Improvement, Total Quality Management, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, and SPC; familiarity with dimensional layouts, gage/fixture design, and performance/material testing.
- Ability to analyze data for continuous improvement and conduct audits to determine corrective and preventative action.
- Advanced Quality Planning experience.
- Quality systems auditor training.
- Certification as a Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
Adient Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching contributions is highlighted, with corporate filings indicating ongoing employer match funding. This provides meaningful long-term savings support for U.S. employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and PTO/vacation are included, with indications that PTO levels compare favorably to some peers. Parental/family leave is also available in certain contexts.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered alongside HSAs/FSAs and protection benefits such as life/AD&D. These elements establish a comprehensive baseline that strengthens the overall package.
Adient Insights
What We Do
Adient is a global leader in automotive seating. With approximately 77,000 employees in 32 countries, Adient operates 202 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. Our integrated, in-house skills allow us to take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into more than 19 million vehicles every year.
