The Associate Quality Engineer supports cross-functional teams by applying total quality methodologies related to raw material management, fabrication activities, training, and logistical support. This role monitors the quality of manufactured and purchased products and develops standards, processes, and controls to maintain or improve overall quality. The position utilizes PPAP/APQP methodologies and core quality tools to ensure compliance with organizational and customer requirements, analyzes and reports results, supports launch deliverables, and manages open issues to closure.
**This role is located on-site in Clarence, NY. No relocation or sponsorship is offered.**
Salary: $70K - $80K
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute APQP/PPAP activities and ensure effective application of Core Tools
- Monitor, evaluate, and improve the quality of manufactured and purchased products
- Analyze quality data, report results, and track open issues to timely closure
- Support program launches, internal QMS activities, and customer audits, including preparation of quality deliverables and readiness assessments
- Review, maintain, and ensure adherence to Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs)
- Conduct Product, Process, and Layered Audits
- Qualify first-piece production and conduct ongoing quality inspections per specifications
- Adhere to all safety and security procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor degree (BS) in a technical field and a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in quality problem-solving
- Strong working knowledge of quality Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, etc.)
- Automotive industry experience preferred
- Experience with formal problem-solving methodologies and quality improvement tools
- Proficiency working in computer-based environments, including business systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with ISO and/or IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Familiarity with IMDS systems
- Knowledge of statistical concepts including SPC, Gage R&R, and MSA
Benefits
Seal & Design rewards our engaged and talented team with competitive salaries and generous, comprehensive benefit packages which include:
· Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
· 401(k) and profit sharing
· Paid Time Off
· Bonuses
· Paid Holidays
· Life Insurance
· Yearly Performance Reviews
Skills Required
- Bachelor degree (BS) in a technical field
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in quality problem-solving
- Strong working knowledge of quality Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan)
- Experience with formal problem-solving methodologies and quality improvement tools
- Proficiency working in computer-based environments, including business systems and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with ISO and/or IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Familiarity with IMDS systems
- Knowledge of statistical concepts including SPC, Gage R&R, and MSA
- Automotive industry experience
