SR Quality Engineer

Multimatic•Butler, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The SR Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading Quality Planning & Program Launch activities, ensuring manufacturing quality oversight, driving problem-solving and root cause analysis, acting as a customer interface, promoting continuous improvement, and supporting supplier quality initiatives. This role requires a strong background in automotive manufacturing quality, particularly with Tier 1 suppliers and OEM customer interaction, and expertise in various manufacturing processes and quality tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related).
8–10+ years in automotive manufacturing quality.
Experience with Tier 1 suppliers and OEM customer interaction.
Strong background in hot forming / press hardening, Roll Forming, Welding technologies, and Assembly processes.
Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA.
Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards.
Experience with statistical analysis and problem-solving tools.
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
Familiarity with quality software (e.g., QMS systems).
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Customer-focused mindset.
Analytical and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
Experience with OEM-specific systems: GM BIQS, Ford Q1, Stellantis Customer Specific Requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead APQP activities in alignment with OEM requirements (GM, Ford, Stellantis).
Develop and maintain Control Plans, PFMEA / DFMEA, and Process Flow Diagrams.
Coordinate PPAP submissions and approvals with customers.
Support new product launches and engineering changes (ECNs).
Monitor and improve quality performance in hot forming processes, welding operations, and assembly lines for underbody systems.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
Lead structured problem-solving using 8D methodology, 5 Whys, and Fishbone (Ishikawa) analysis.
Respond to customer complaints and warranty issues.
Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Act as primary quality contact for OEM customers.
Lead customer audits, visits, and quality reviews.
Manage customer scorecards and performance metrics.
Ensure timely response to SPPS/PRRs (Problem Resolution Reports).
Identify and lead initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and variation.
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Improve process capability (Cp, Cpk) and reduce defects (PPM).
Collaborate with Supplier Quality team on incoming issues.
Support supplier audits and development activities.