Advanced Quality Engineer

Xyant Technology, Inc.•Litchfield, MI

9d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Quality Engineer manages and resolves customer concerns and facilitates permanent corrective actions in manufacturing. The role works closely with Design Engineering to develop quality plans that support Six Sigma manufacturing, coordinates Customer Liaison activities and resources, and ensures adherence to quality processes and IATF 16949 standards. The position supports Advanced Product Quality Planning (AQP/APQP) for new customer programs, supplier quality, audits, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Strong experience in AQP/APQP Advanced Product Quality Planning.
Deep proficiency with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards.
Expertise in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Strong root-cause analysis skills, including methods such as 5 Whys and Fishbone, to drive permanent corrective actions.
Analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and effective time management.
Clear written and verbal technical communication skills, including stakeholder presentations.
Strong cross-functional teamwork skills, including collaboration with development, R&D, production, and suppliers.
Ability to work in an office and on a factory floor, with high safety awareness around dangerous equipment.
Ability to travel between customer sites.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, or move objects up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50–60 pounds.

Responsibilities

Manage and resolve customer concerns and facilitate permanent corrective actions in manufacturing.
Coordinate AQP/APQP activities for new programs for an assigned group of customers.
Collaborate with Design Engineering to develop quality plans aimed at achieving Six Sigma manufacturing levels.
Help establish IATF 16949 standards and perform system and internal audits to verify compliance.
Prepare PPAP documentation and customer correspondence; review and approve supplier parts and PPAP documentation.
Review and verify internal and external corrective actions (CAPA) to ensure permanent problem resolution.
Provide technical support to QA staff and manufacturing, and work across departments and suppliers to optimize quality.
Evaluate deviation requests and maintain current customer quality files in accordance with IATF 16949.
Recommend procedures and budgets for the quality engineering department.
Promote continuous improvement (Kaizen) and foster associate relations aligned with long-term management objectives.
Develop, implement, and monitor inspection, testing, and evaluation methods; conduct system audits.
Identify, mitigate, and evaluate process and product risks, and manage suppliers to ensure raw-material quality.