Quality Engineer - Kobe Aluminum Automotive : Job Details

Quality Engineer

Kobe Aluminum Automotive

Job Location : Bowling Green,KY, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-05T07:34:27Z

Job Description :

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Classification: Exempt

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports to: Quality Assurance Manager

Shift: Monday- Friday

Purpose:

Responsible for monitoring product quality throughout all stages of the production process. Works will all departments to ensure customer satisfaction. Follow accepted policies and procedures to ensure a robust Quality Management System is maintained.

General Duties:

  • Requires substantial physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing 50 lbs.

  • Responsible for creating PPAP submissions, control plans, inspection standards, APQP documentation, FMEA, process flow, and additional quality related documentation

  • Works directly with other departments to determine process and equipment parameters

  • Conducts analysis, using engineering and statistical methodologies, in the development of new, revised and refined process enhancements; renders technical expertise and assistance to operators; develops sound operating practices and procedures for assigned area

  • Ensures that customer's quality requirements are met and monitored on a regular basis

  • Supports corrective and preventative actions for internal and external quality issues

  • Contributes to the continuous improvement process of the QMS

  • Conducts internal and external quality audits as needed on-site and at off-site locations

  • Performs other duties as required

  • Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)

Skills:

  • Ability to read a detailed drawing, GD&T experience a plus

  • Must be proficient in basic computer programs (Windows, Outlook, Excel, Word)

  • Must understand basic Problem solving methods

  • Working knowledge of APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and Part Submission Warrants

  • Observes OSHA, EPA, and Company rules and regulations concerning safety

  • Good communication skills with at all levels of the company

  • Ability to multi-task under tight timelines

  • Able to travel off site to assist at customer locations as needed

  • Requires working in temperature extremes

  • Assists in Kaizen implementation and 5S

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree in Engineering and/or five years of experience, preferred in the automotive industry (preferable in aluminum forging and casting). Experience will be considered in lieu of degree. ASQ certification a plus.

  • Knowledge of statistical analysis, precision measurement, process validation, supplier quality, product testing, training and development, process capability studies, good verbal and written skills.

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