JOB DESCRIPTION
The Sr Advanced Quality Engineer coordinates, administers, and performs the quality function of an engineering and technical nature to ensure product quality and reliability at minimum quality costs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate, administer and perform the quality function of an engineering and technical nature to ensure product quality and reliability at minimum quality costs.
- Completion and documentation of all phases of the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process.
- Prepare and submit all necessary PPAP documentation per AIAG or VDA guidelines.
- Develop gauge concepts and procure gauges for specific programs. Work with component and tooling/equipment suppliers to improve products and resolve manufacturing problems.
- Participate in Simultaneous Development Teams (SDT’s). Participate in internal audits as required.
- Support the Product Introduction Process through all phases of prototype fabrication and delivery.
- Ensure that appropriate statistical methods are utilized throughout the Product and Process Development process and deployed into the Control Plan
- Responsible for completion of all other Customer-specific Advance Quality requirements.
- Ensure that Customer, internally identified, and supplier quality issues are resolved using the appropriate problem-solving methods (Kepner-Tregoe, 8-D, DOE, 5 Why, Red X, etc.).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Quality training in the core disciplines is required, including: IATF, ISO/TS 16949, VDA, Continuous Improvement, Total Quality Management, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, and SPC.
- Experience being responsible for review of a customer PPAP.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a technical area.
- Minimum 7 years Quality Engineering inside Manufacturing - Automotive Preferred
PRIMARY LOCATION
Central Tech Unit Plymouth MISkills Required
- Quality training in core disciplines including IATF, ISO/TS 16949, VDA, Continuous Improvement
- Experience reviewing customer PPAP documentation
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical area
- 7 years Quality Engineering experience in Manufacturing, preferably Automotive
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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.
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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.
