Quality Engineer

- Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product introductions, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal standards. - Manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and launch readiness documentation for new tooling and components. - Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and customers to define and validate quality requirements during product development and launch phases. - Conduct Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA) and develop robust Control Plans for launch programs. - Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R to ensure inspection reliability and repeatability. - Lead dimensional tooling reviews, provide feedback for tooling improvements, and support validation of stamping, injection molding, and die casting processes. - Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpret engineering drawings to support launch quality activities. - Drive launch containment plans, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for internal and supplier non-conformances. - Develop and implement inspection criteria, work instructions, and quality check procedures for new product builds. - Report program status, risks, and countermeasures to executive leadership and customers. - High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel (pivot tables), and Gantt charts for project tracking and reporting.