MS Companies is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support production operations with a Tier 1 automotive supplier partner in Warren, MI. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role for a proactive quality professional who can lead problem-solving discussions, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with customer and industry standards.
The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing floor experience, is comfortable in customer-facing situations, and brings working knowledge of core automotive quality tools including PPAP and SPC. This role serves as a key liaison between the plant, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues, prevent recurrence, and elevate overall quality performance.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of quality experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of PPAP requirements and submission processes
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and product specifications
Working knowledge of SPC and core automotive quality standards (IATF 16949 / ISO/TS 16949 concepts)
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
Ability to conduct capability studies and document results for special characteristics
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Experience serving as the customer point of contact for quality issues
Hands-on experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, and inspection plans
Familiarity with customer-specific quality systems and requirements
Experience writing and submitting 8D corrective actions
Strong statistical analysis and structured problem-solving skills
Prior experience supporting audits and layered process audits
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Support daily quality assurance activities and production quality deliverables
Prepare and support PPAP submissions, including PSW documentation
Develop and update Control Plans and support PFMEA updates
Conduct capability studies and apply appropriate statistical tools
Serve as the primary customer contact for quality issue resolution
Initiate and manage Quality Alerts through closure
Write and submit timely 8D corrective actions and confirm root cause analysis
Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and quality systems
Physical and Environment Requirements
Physical expectations and working conditions may include standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 25–50 lbs as required, and working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to production floor conditions.