Quality Engineer
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adient· 1004 Adient US LLC
About this role
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
Available Shifts:
- 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: 6:30 PM – 3:30 AM
The Quality Engineer coordinates, administers, and performs quality functions of an engineering and technical nature to ensure product quality and reliability at minimum quality costs. This position assumes a responsible leadership role in the successful launch of new programs, serves as the main quality point of contact for intracompany and external customers, and leads technical support and resolution of quality-related issues.
Responsibilities
The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring continuous improvement in all Production Quality Deliverables (e.g., RTY, Craftsmanship, RPPM, CPPM, SPPM, and Warranty/JD Power).
Prepare PPAP packages for product submissions and approval by appropriate customer personnel. Obtain approval of submission packages from the Product Service Manager or Quality Manager prior to submission to the customer.
Ensure customer and supplier quality issues are resolved using Adient problem-solving methods (Kepner-Tregoe, 8-D, etc.).
Perform gage studies (Gage R&R, Bias, Linearity, and Stability) before a gage is approved for production use or following a product change, when applicable.
Develop and update control plans, inspection plans, and containment plans as required.
Support the Manufacturing Engineer in updating the PFMEA as required.
Utilize all customer-specific systems.
Conduct capability studies, ensuring they are properly performed, documented for special characteristics, and meet internal requirements (or that a written customer deviation is obtained).
Support the continuous improvement of Operation Description Sheets (ODS).
Identify and utilize appropriate statistical tools. Mentor team members on proper statistical applications and techniques.
Assess and approve post-SOP supplier PPAPs.
Interface with assigned external customers as the single point of contact for issue resolution.
Coordinate the preparation and on-time delivery of supplier AQP deliverables.
Ensure completion of all customer-specific advanced quality planning requirements.
Promote strong customer relations by consistently providing premier customer satisfaction through a professional and friendly demeanor, a can-do attitude, and a willingness to help at all times.
Resolve customer issues with a high sense of urgency by providing prompt responses, facilitating customer interactions, and coordinating sorting/rework activities at customer sites as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field required (candidates actively pursuing their degree may also be considered).
- Minimum of 6+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, or a related field.
- Experience in automotive manufacturing or a highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
Required Technical Knowledge
- APQP
- PPAP
- FMEA / PFMEA
- Control Plans
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Continuous Improvement Methodologies
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- ISO/TS 16949 or IATF 16949 requirements
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent customer service and relationship management skills.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical procedures.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality-related software systems.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to customer and supplier locations as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Automotive industry experience.
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar quality certification.
- Experience with customer-specific quality systems and requirements.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
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Where is the Quality Engineer position at adient located?
This Quality Engineer role at adient is based in Normal. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Quality Engineer role at adient full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Quality Engineer role in the 1004 Adient US LLC department at adient.
Which team or department does the Quality Engineer at adient belong to?
This Quality Engineer position is part of the 1004 Adient US LLC department at adient. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Quality Engineer position at adient?
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When was the Quality Engineer job at adient posted?
This Quality Engineer position at adient was posted on Jul 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Quality Engineer
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