Quality Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adient is seeking a Quality Engineer to support our manufacturing operations by leading quality assurance activities, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective quality management systems. In this role, you will serve as a key quality representative for both internal and external customers, support new program launches, analyze manufacturing data, and lead the resolution of quality issues through structured problem-solving methodologies. The ideal candidate will bring strong automotive quality experience, technical expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing performance. 

• Monitor quality metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions. 

• Serve as the primary quality contact for customers and internal stakeholders. 

• Lead customer concern investigations, containment activities, and corrective action implementation. 

• Utilize problem-solving methodologies including 8D, Root Cause Analysis, Kepner-Tregoe, and corrective action processes. 

• Prepare, review, and submit PPAP documentation while supporting APQP requirements and launch activities. 

• Develop and maintain Control Plans, Inspection Plans, Containment Plans, and quality procedures. 

• Support PFMEA development and process capability studies for critical product characteristics. 

• Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R, bias, linearity, and stability studies. 

• Conduct SPC, DOE, and statistical analysis activities to improve manufacturing performance. 

• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits while ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer requirements. 

• Collaborate with production, manufacturing engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality concerns and improve processes. 

• Support Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives and maintain safe work practices. 

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. 

Qualifications 

Required 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience 

• 3+ years of manufacturing quality experience 

• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred 

• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems 

• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA/FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA 

• Root cause analysis and corrective action experience (8D, Kepner-Tregoe, or similar) 

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T 

• Experience with Minitab or other statistical analysis software 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications 

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional manufacturing environments 

Preferred 

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification 

• Customer-facing quality engineering experience 

• Experience supporting new product launches and APQP activities 

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma methodologies 

• Experience managing customer-specific automotive requirements 

• Supplier quality or quality audit experience 

• Metal stamping manufacturing experience 

• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization 

Why Join Adient? 

At Adient, you'll be part of a global leader in automotive seating and manufacturing. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical role in product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence while working in a collaborative manufacturing environment. If you enjoy solving complex quality challenges, driving continuous improvement, and making a direct impact on business performance, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with an industry leader. 

PRIMARY LOCATION

Battle Creek Seating Component