Expert Quality Engineer

PPG Industries

1d • $120,000 - $148,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As an Expert Aerospace Quality Engineer, you will lead the implementation of new product introduction following quality systems and new product introduction practices in the transparency manufacturing aerospace environment. Investigating detailed production control problems in major processes, methods, standards, specifications, inspection, and testing equipment to provide value to new product launch. You will sit onsite in our Sylmar, CA facility. You will report to the Senior Site Quality Manager. PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter. At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. Your recruiter will discuss benefits with you during the hiring process. #LI-Onsite PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. PPG is the world’s leading coatings company, serving more industries than any of our competitors. From automobiles and jetliners to wind turbine blades, and from ocean-going vessels and water tanks to family homes, our coatings and specialty materials help our customers protect, enhance and beautify valued assets. As part of our team, you’ll have access to world-class customers, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and leading-edge technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years working in a manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing Engineer /Quality Engineer/ Industrial Engineer.
• Demonstrated skills in project planning tools (Gantt, kanban) and visual management systems.
• User of Microsoft Client 365 Tools (Excel, Teams, CoPilot, Project, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Use visual management tools (dashboards, Kanban, and other tools) for team communication and accountability.
• Advanced experience with AQMS/APQP/AS9145 desired including PFMEA, Control Plan and Measurement System Analysis.
• Advanced skills in Excel/PowerBi and similar data analytic tools.
• Only US Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• We prefer certification in Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
• We prefer Six Sigma Black belt certification.

Responsibilities

• Guide the implementation and closure of all NPI-related changes.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to identify solutions that reduce issues during NPI and product transitions.
• Lead APQP/AS9145 activities by collaborating with development teams to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability and assembly.
• Manage the structured transfer of design documents and technical information between Engineering and Operations.
• Analyze complex process issues by reviewing data, applying engineering and operational standards, and developing corrective solutions.
• Investigate internal and customer-reported quality issues, leading teams through structured problem-solving to prevent recurrence.
• Implement proactive quality methodologies that shift us from reactive problem-solving to preventive quality practices.

Benefits

• PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave and other Voluntary benefit offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level