Quality Engineer | Automotive | Akron, OH

Tight-knit company culture focused on employee success!Chance to make an immediate impact within the quality department!About Our ClientOur client is a longstanding U.S.-based manufacturing organization with more than three decades of operational history, known for supporting companies across sectors such as automotive, industrial equipment, medical, agriculture, electronics, and consumer appliances.They maintain both domestic and international production facilities, enabling competitive global support and consistent delivery standards. Their operations are guided by internationally recognized quality and environmental certifications, reflecting a strong commitment to reliability and continuous improvementJob DescriptionProvide hands-on support for customized manufacturing initiatives while coordinating closely with the team at the overseas production facility.Enhance existing quality systems to reinforce a zero-defect mindset across suppliers, internal teams, and support functions.Partner with program management, engineering, materials, sales, and purchasing teams to achieve project goals and meet operational timelines.Lead the review of PPAP documentation and ensure timely submission and approval with customers.Manage customer issue resolution, including complaint analysis, root-cause identification, and implementation of corrective actions.Participate in product audits and help maintain ongoing compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements throughout the organization.Collaborate with international cross-functional teams on product and process improvement efforts, working directly with engineering partners abroad who operate in English.AIAG Tools - APQP/PFMEA/Control Plan/PPAPMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Quality Engineer should have:Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is preferred but not requiredAIAG Core ToolsContinuous Improvement Methodologies - 5Whys, 8D, PDCA, Gemba Walks, 5sQuality management experience - either ISO 9001 or IATF 16949Manufacturing processes like wire processing, molding, welding and continuity testingProficiency with MS office applicationsAbility to read and understanding CAD drawingsASQ certification is preferred but not requiredPotential travel for 25% to manufacturing sites and/or suppliersWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $70000 to $80000, based on experience.End of year cash bonus depending on company profitability401(k)Health, Dental, Vision InsurancePaid Time OffHealth Savings AccountContactMichael TurnerQuote job ref