QA Engineer

Company Name: ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. Job Family: Quality Management Job Description: Job Description: Astemo Americas, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer I to strengthen and join its team in Berea, Kentucky plant . This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in cross-functional environments and wants to contribute to meaningful, globally relevant projects. This role will also proactively seek and implement initiatives to improve operations and increase customer satisfaction. Responsibilities: · Counsel management in resolving complex problems requiring in-depth knowledge of technical aspects of quality assurance · Monitor automotive supplier quality claims and drive effective resolution through the 8D process (problem-solving) and lessons learned. · Track action plans and verify the effectiveness of countermeasures at supplier sites. · Follow-up “Defect cost charge-back” process to supplier (with support of other teams). · Manage “Top Offender” process for critical suppliers. · Ensure incoming inspection and supplier sorting activities are properly managed within the plant. · Lead quality aspects of engineering changes and supplier changes by following site and global standards · Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, AIAG Core Tools and interna Quality Management System · Attend supplier visits as required by the business – Audits, Development, corrective/preventive action implementation, Process audits to qualify new suppliers during the selection process · Manage suppliers through New Product Introduction, managing project deadlines, Supplier APQP and PPAP approval · Ensure all quality documentation (Control plans, FMEA, WI, etc.) is updated accordingly following internal standards including PPAP · Collaborate with cross functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain) to assess and validate quality changes before implementation by monitoring quality metrics and performing validation testing. · Be the voice of Astemo to suppliers and the voice of suppliers into Astemo for all related Quality topics · Monitor and report Supplier Quality KPI’s and work with suppliers to improve their performance and reporting results within Astemo · Manage supplier rejects as required by the business Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or equivalent experience. Experience: · Preferred 3 years of experience in Quality Engineering or Change Management in automotive manufacturing. · Preferred 3 years of experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes while problem solving and implementing corrective actions · Preferred 3 years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications · Knowledge of automotive manufacturing Quality Systems (PPAP, APQP, CAPA corrective/preventive actions) · Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T), print interpretation Technical knowledge: · Strong understanding of core tools (PPAP, APQP, MSA and SPC) · Strong understanding of Quality Systems · Proficiency with reading part drawings · Quality core tool knowledge Additional Job Description: Cost of Poor Quality Defect Warranty Cost Abnormal Freight Customer Line Claim Counted Total Significant Events A & B Customer Satisfaction Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin. At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.