JOB DESCRIPTION
SummaryAvailable Shifts:
- 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: 6:30 PM – 3:30 AM
The Quality Engineer coordinates, administers, and performs quality functions of an engineering and technical nature to ensure product quality and reliability at minimum quality costs. This position assumes a responsible leadership role in the successful launch of new programs, serves as the main quality point of contact for intracompany and external customers, and leads technical support and resolution of quality-related issues.
ResponsibilitiesThe Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring continuous improvement in all Production Quality Deliverables (e.g., RTY, Craftsmanship, RPPM, CPPM, SPPM, and Warranty/JD Power).
Prepare PPAP packages for product submissions and approval by appropriate customer personnel. Obtain approval of submission packages from the Product Service Manager or Quality Manager prior to submission to the customer.
Ensure customer and supplier quality issues are resolved using Adient problem-solving methods (Kepner-Tregoe, 8-D, etc.).
Perform gage studies (Gage R&R, Bias, Linearity, and Stability) before a gage is approved for production use or following a product change, when applicable.
Develop and update control plans, inspection plans, and containment plans as required.
Support the Manufacturing Engineer in updating the PFMEA as required.
Utilize all customer-specific systems.
Conduct capability studies, ensuring they are properly performed, documented for special characteristics, and meet internal requirements (or that a written customer deviation is obtained).
Support the continuous improvement of Operation Description Sheets (ODS).
Identify and utilize appropriate statistical tools. Mentor team members on proper statistical applications and techniques.
Assess and approve post-SOP supplier PPAPs.
Interface with assigned external customers as the single point of contact for issue resolution.
Coordinate the preparation and on-time delivery of supplier AQP deliverables.
Ensure completion of all customer-specific advanced quality planning requirements.
Promote strong customer relations by consistently providing premier customer satisfaction through a professional and friendly demeanor, a can-do attitude, and a willingness to help at all times.
Resolve customer issues with a high sense of urgency by providing prompt responses, facilitating customer interactions, and coordinating sorting/rework activities at customer sites as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field required (candidates actively pursuing their degree may also be considered).
- Minimum of 6+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, or a related field.
- Experience in automotive manufacturing or a highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
- APQP
- PPAP
- FMEA / PFMEA
- Control Plans
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Continuous Improvement Methodologies
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- ISO/TS 16949 or IATF 16949 requirements
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent customer service and relationship management skills.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical procedures.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality-related software systems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to customer and supplier locations as needed.
- Automotive industry experience.
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar quality certification.
- Experience with customer-specific quality systems and requirements.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
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NormalSkills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field
- Minimum of 6+ years experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or Supplier Quality
- Experience in automotive manufacturing or highly regulated manufacturing environment
- Knowledge and application of APQP
- Knowledge and application of PPAP and ability to prepare PPAP packages
- FMEA / PFMEA experience
- Developing and updating control plans and inspection plans
- Statistical Process Control (SPC) competency
- Design of Experiments (DOE) experience
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA) capability, including Gage R&R
- Continuous improvement methodologies and TQM knowledge
- Knowledge of ISO/TS 16949 or IATF 16949 requirements
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) proficiency
- Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving abilities (Kepner-Tregoe, 8-D)
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality-related software systems
- Willingness to travel occasionally to customer and supplier locations
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar quality certification
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
Adient Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Adient and has not been reviewed or approved by Adient.
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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.
