Quality Engineer

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Piedmont, SC, USA
Hybrid
65K-85K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Leads customer and manufacturing quality activities for automotive programs. Responsibilities include APQP and PPAP documentation, FMEAs, control plans, root cause analysis, corrective actions, audits, SPC analysis, dimensional reviews, process capability evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with production, engineering, customers, and quality teams while providing technical guidance and training. Requires an engineering bachelor’s degree, at least one year of quality engineering experience or equivalent experience, and proficiency with quality tools, CMM equipment, data analysis, and Microsoft Office.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS:   
  • Lead customer quality activities, ensuring customer requirements, product quality targets, and key performance metrics (PPM, RMAs, incident rates) are achieved. 
  • Support new program launches and engineering/process changes by developing and maintaining APQP documentation, including PPAPs, ISIRs, Control Plans, FMEAs, inspection instructions, and KOIs. 
  • Drive corrective action processes by conducting root cause analysis, managing PDCA activities, investigating quality failures, and ensuring timely and effective closure of customer and internal concerns. 
  • Monitor and improve manufacturing quality performance through product audits, system audits, SPC analysis, dimensional reviews, process capability evaluations, and verification of corrective action effectiveness. 
  • Coordinate cross-functional quality initiatives and improvement projects, partnering with production, engineering, dimensional quality teams, and customers to resolve issues and maintain process stability. 
  • Maintain and improve risk management activities by reviewing FMEAs, updating occurrence and detection ratings, reducing RPN values, and implementing effective manufacturing countermeasures. 
  • Provide leadership, technical guidance, and training while utilizing quality tools, metrology equipment, statistical analysis, and quality management systems to ensure compliance with customer and organizational standards. 
   POSITION REQUIREMENTS  EDUCATION:   
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a four year college or university 
 WORK EXPERIENCE / TECHNICAL TRAINING:   
  • 1+ years of Quality Engineering experience; or 8 years of equivalent Quality Engineering experience. 
  • Must be skilled with APQP and SPC concepts both theoretical and practical, CMM equipment and data analysis, problem statements and root cause analysis, common problem solving methods and techniques. 
  • CQE, CQM, and/or ASQM credentials preferred. 
  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint). 
  • Ability to work with other computer systems & programs related to the performance of Quality activities. 
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 
 WHY WORK HERE? 
  • Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits) 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • 401(k) with match 
  • Employee Profit Sharing Plan 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral 
  • Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant 
  • Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.) 
  • Onsite Nurses' office 
  • Onsite Mother's room 
 Pay range: $65,000 - $85,000 annual salary  VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION  #LI-JC1 #LI-SF1 #LI-Onsite Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Cosma International

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from a four-year college or university
  • 1+ years of Quality Engineering experience or 8 years of equivalent Quality Engineering experience
  • Practical and theoretical knowledge of APQP and SPC concepts
  • Experience with CMM equipment and data analysis
  • Knowledge of problem statements, root cause analysis, and common problem-solving methods and techniques
  • CQE, CQM, and/or ASQM credentials
  • Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to work with computer systems and programs related to quality activities
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is often viewed as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and related protections. Feedback suggests the quality of the core health plans is a standout element of the package.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing components are frequently highlighted as strengths. Feedback suggests retirement offerings are a reliable pillar of total rewards across many locations.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance or attendance bonuses are commonly referenced as part of overall pay. Feedback suggests these incentives materially contribute to perceived compensation value.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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