Job Description

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Summary:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting quality assurance activities that ensure compliance with customer requirements, internal standards, and industry regulations. This role focuses on root cause analysis, corrective actions, control plans, and continuous improvement of die cast and machining processes.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Lead problem-solving efforts using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone analysis to address internal and customer quality issues.
• Develop and maintain control plans, PFMEAs, and inspection documentation to support production quality.
• Coordinate and support PPAP submissions, including dimensional layouts, capability studies, and material certifications.
• Investigate non-conformances, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct internal and layered process audits to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Interface directly with customers on quality issues, containment actions, and resolution status.
• Work with production, tooling, and engineering teams to ensure effective implementation of quality standards on the shop floor.
• Use data from ERP systems and quality reporting tools to identify trends and drive improvement.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO/IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Train operators, inspectors, and other personnel on quality procedures and problem-solving methods.

New Program & Launch Support:

• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new launches and engineering changes.
• Review design and manufacturing changes to assess impact on quality requirements.
• Support initial sample submissions and first article inspections.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in die casting, machining, or automotive manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of PPAP, APQP, SPC, and GD&T.
• Experience with quality systems (IATF 16949 preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to work with ERP and data reporting systems.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to interface with customers, internal teams, and suppliers.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

Key Competencies:

• Communication: Clear documentation, verbal and written reporting, and customer interaction.
• Problem Solving: Structured analysis and resolution of quality issues.
• Customer Focus: Prioritizes customer requirements and ensures compliance.
• Initiative: Takes proactive steps to prevent quality issues.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively across departments to drive results.

About Pace Industries:

Pace Industries is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. To learn more or join our talent community, visit www.paceind.com/careers.

Pace is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.