Quality Engineer
Piston Automotive • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Role & seniority: Quality/Process Assurance role focused on managing the quality operation system (QOS) for manufacturing; typically mid-to-senior level.
Stack/tools: APQP; ISO/TS guidelines; FMEA; Control Plan; inspection/testing standards; Gage R&R; capability studies; 8D/ICA/PCA; QPN/RMA; LPA; quality metrics (R/1000’s, PPM, C/1000’s).
Top 3 responsibilities
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Lead problem solving and continuous improvement to boost customer satisfaction and quality.
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Maintain QOS compliance, documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, work instructions), and logs (8D/ICA/PCA).
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Support APQP for new product launches and coordinate supplier/customer containment and RMA processes; track scrap and quality metrics.
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Must-have skills: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years in related roles; strong knowledge of APQP, ISO/TS/quality systems; experience with measurement tools, capability studies, and quality problem-solving methods.
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Nice-to-haves: Knowledge of safety processes, Kaizen, 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, PPAP; familiarity with PPAP/TS16949, ISO9001; process auditing.
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Location & work type: On-site manufacturing support; provides onsite support at customer/supplier sites; full-time role (location not specified).
Full Description
Plans and directs activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of the quality operation system (QOS) for manufacturing processes, materials, and products.
Responsibilities
Support and actively participates in the APQP process for new product launch. Lead problem solving activities and continuous improvement efforts as it relates to customer satisfaction and quality improvement. Maintain all aspects ISO/TS guidelines Develop and maintain operator work instructions, Process FMEA’s, and Control Plan for work conducted on production lines. Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Support the selection of measurement instruments use on the production floor and determine Gage R&R accuracy. Perform and track capability studies monthly. Support manufacturing to eliminate scrap. Track and report daily scrap information. Provide onsite support at Customer/Supplier site to investigate and/or address concerns. Maintain 8D, ICA/PCA, & CI logs to resolve customer issues and prevent recurrence. Issue Quality Problem Notice (QPN) to suppliers on quality issues, coordinate supplier and customer containment activities, and facilitate Return Material Analysis (RMA’s) Support Layer Process Audit (LPA) guidelines. Track and report monthly quality performance for Warranty (R/1000’s), Plant Rejects (PPM), Process Capability, Internal Concerns (C/1000’s) for the assemble products. And all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university; and/or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
It is preferred, but not required the candidate be knowledgeable in safety processes, Kaizan, 5S, APQP, ISO9001/TS16949, Lean, 6 Sigma, 8D, & PPAP.
Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com . We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.
