Quality Systems Engineer

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary  

The Quality Systems Engineer / Quality Systems Coordinator   is responsible for   supporting, maintaining, and continuously improving the plant's Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and Adient Business Operating System (BOS) standards. This role serves as the primary point of contact for quality system audits, internal audit coordination, BOS administration, and continuous improvement initiatives that support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.  

The successful candidate will   possess   strong quality systems   expertise , audit experience, analytical problem-solving skills, and a solid understanding of automotive manufacturing processes.  

Key Responsibilities  

Quality Systems Management  

• Serve as the primary coordinator, trainer, and reporting lead for the LPA (Layered Process Audit) and ELPA processes.  

• Maintain and continuously improve the plant Quality Management System (QMS).  

• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements, customer-specific requirements, and BOS standards.  

• Act as the main point of contact for IATF certification activities and lead facility audits.  

• Support all month-end quality reporting and departmental requirements.  

• Lead plant-level internal audits and coordinate all internal audit activities.  

• Function   as   the primary point of contact for BOS administration and compliance.  

• Submit and coordinate BOS change proposals.  

• Review, communicate, and implement BOS updates across all levels of plant personnel and leadership.  

• Perform all duties and responsibilities defined within BOS policies and procedures.  

Documentation & Compliance  

• Develop, revise, and   maintain   local procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation to ensure compliance with BOS and customer requirements.  

• Administer and   maintain   document control systems.  

• Manage BOS document numbering and record retention requirements.  

• Control external documentation and ensure documentation compliance.  

• Support process definition and standardization initiatives.  

• Maintain process mapping documentation and audit workbooks.  

• Ensure internal auditor qualification requirements are met and   maintained .  

Customer & Quality Management Responsibilities  

• Support customer satisfaction initiatives and customer-specific requirements.  

• Monitor and improve key quality performance indicators (KPIs).  

• Utilize customer-specific systems to meet reporting and compliance requirements.  

• Support Production Quality Deliverables and drive continuous improvement initiatives.  

• Perform responsibilities   in accordance with   company quality policies and procedures.  

Training & Leadership  

• Provide SharePoint administrative training and support as   required .  

• Train employees and leadership on BOS requirements, quality systems, and process changes.  

• Support plant cross-functional teams (CFTs) and collaborate across departments.  

• Complete all required company and customer-mandated training programs.  

• Demonstrate knowledge of key plant contacts, responsibilities, and quality-related functions.  

• Maintain awareness of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Environmental (EHSE) systems and requirements.  

Safety Responsibilities  

• Promote and   maintain   a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment.  

• Coordinate with Human Resources and Manufacturing Engineering to establish and maintain safe operating procedures.  

• Support accident prevention initiatives and contribute to   maintaining   an injury-free workplace.  

• Ensure safety expectations are integrated into all quality and operational activities.  

Additional Duties  

• Perform other duties and special   projects as   assigned by the Quality Manager.  

• Exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making in situations where procedures may not be fully defined or standardized.  

• Support operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.  

Required Qualifications  

Education  

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering   required (candidates currently pursuing a degree may be considered).  

• Equivalent   combination of education and applicable experience may be considered where   appropriate .  

Quality Systems Knowledge  

Demonstrated experience and formal training in:  

• IATF 16949  

• ISO/TS 16949  

• Continuous Improvement methodologies  

• Total Quality Management (TQM)  

• PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)  

• FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)  

• Control Plans  

• DOE (Design of Experiments)  

• SPC (Statistical Process Control)  

• MSA (Measurement System Analysis)  

Experience  

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Quality Technician and/or Quality Engineer role.  

• Previous   experience in a Quality Systems position is   required .  

• Manufacturing experience is   required .  

• Automotive Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 supplier experience preferred.  

• High-volume manufacturing experience preferred.  

• Minimum of 3 years of automotive manufacturing experience preferred.  

• Automotive seating mechanism experience strongly preferred.  

• Experience with welding processes (GMAW and Laser) preferred.  

• Experience with assembly manufacturing processes preferred.  

Certifications  

• Certified Internal Auditor certification   required .  

• ASQ Certification preferred.  

Technical Skills  

• Strong Microsoft Office   proficiency .  

• Ability to quickly learn and   utilize   new software applications.  

• Ability to create visual aids and presentation materials for communication and training purposes.  

• Strong computer literacy and systems   proficiency .  

Technical Competencies  

Ability to read and interpret:   

• Safety rules  

• Engineering drawings and blueprints  

• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioni

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