Quality Engineer

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly engineered systems for automotive flooring, acoustical, thermal, aerodynamic and other fiber-based solutions for gas and electric vehicles. With U.S.-based operational headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, Auria operates 16 manufacturing, 9 technical and 5 JV locations across 10 countries and employs approximately 3,900 people worldwide.

We are currently searching for a Quality Engineer to join our team at our Auria Old Fort Plant in Old Fort, NC.

What you will do:

• Apply fundamental understanding of quality principles, systems, and tools to build quality into the plant processes and products
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of PFMEA's and Control Plans
• Manage customer specific systems in relationship to quality functions
• Promote positive working relationships with internal and external customers through a proactive approach and the proper application of internal and customer mandated systems and tools, as required
• Use appropriate problem-solving methodology to assess root cause, and correct quality deficiencies exhibited in plant processes of products: 5Why, Ishikawa, 5P etc.
• Promote and audit for adherence to the plant documented IATF corporate and plant level procedures, as required.  IATF or similar audit experience preferred but not required.
• Use proper measurement instruments and statistical analysis tools to quantify and qualify products produced as required
• Create a work environment that drives continuous improvement and teamwork
• Maintain detailed records of supplier quality performance and activities, including audit results, corrective action plans and other relevant information
• Conduct Quality Assurance procedures and protocol training with new employees, suppliers, and vendors
• Complete audits of quality systems and prepare audit summaries
• Provide input for the daily accountability meetings, as required
• Ability to complete Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) per customer requirements
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will gain as a part of the Auria Team:

• An opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental and vision plan. As well as voluntary benefits.
• Fertility Benefits available for those enrolled in our medical plan for financial support of treatment options
• Parental Leave and Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits for salaried employees
• Tuition Reimbursement available for eligible employees to continue their education
• Auria matches 50% of your contributions up to 8%, for a maximum Auria match of 4%
• Salary Continuation & Long-Term Disability (LTD)

What you will bring:

• A minimum of combined education and experience equivalent to 6 years in quality and automotive
• Knowledge of IATF 16949-2016 Standard
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong interpersonal skills, including good written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Automated Visual Inspection systems
• Self-motivation with an initiative to learn and engage

 Travel Requirements: 

• Some daily and/or overnight travel may be necessary

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• IATF or similar audit experience preferred but not required. 
• Knowledge of both attribute & variable data MSA (Measurement System Analysis)
• Tier 1 automotive experience with working knowledge of customer systems
• Six Sigma Green Belt -preferred
• Experience with troubleshooting vision-based camera systems
• Ability to define Red Rabbit testing requirements and ensure functionality
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

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