APQP Engineer

TOLEDO TOOL & DIE•Toledo, OH

25m•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Come Join the Toledo Tool & Die Team! Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool and Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has four facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio. Toledo Tool & Die is adding a APQP Engineer to our team to support our continued growth. This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment. WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN OFFER YOU: Salary of $75,000-$90,000 depending upon experience Weekly pay 10 paid holidays Full benefits WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT FOR THIS POSITION: Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary Strong work ethic Positive attitude Consistent attendance Willingness to learn Safety minded POSITION SUMMARY: The APQP Engineer will lead and coordinate the implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes for new product development and launch. The APQP Engineer will ensure quality standards are met from concept through production by collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying best practices in risk assessment, process control, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred.
3+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably within automotive or manufacturing industries.
Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, GD&T and SPC.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and customers.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the company’s quality tools and software.
Has the ability to learn new software systems and data management systems quickly
Proficient keyboarding and typing skills

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a factory is beneficial but not necessary
Strong work ethic
Positive attitude
Consistent attendance
Willingness to learn
Safety minded

Responsibilities

Leads and manages APQP activities for new product introductions and process changes.
Develops and maintains key APQP documentation, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions
Works closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure quality requirements are understood and met throughout the product lifecycle.
Facilitates Process FMEA sessions with cross-functional teams.
Supports the development of measurement systems and capability studies (MSA, SPC).
Manages customer-specific requirements and communicate effectively with customers and suppliers on quality issues.
Review and interpret dimensional results to communicate improvements.
Review GD&T and advise on any revisions if necessary.
Ensures compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and other relevant quality standards.
Provides training to other team members on quality-related topics and best practices.
Review and approve check fixture designs based on supplied GD&T.