Lead Advanced Quality Engineer

Position Specific Responsibilities (PSR)

• Lead the APQP Development process for specific programs assigned
• Delivery of initial PFMEA, Process Control Plan, Error Proofing Matrix and in process test requirements to the Manufacturing plant
• Establish SPC criteria for production
• Develop safe launch instructions for assigned programs in conjunction with the manufacturing facility
• Act as quality lead for customer program reviews throughout the development process
• Develops and implements programs to assess and improve the quality of products, components, materials and/or operations.
• Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.
• Conducts quality control (QC) inspections on products, materials, components, parts, etc., at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with established quality and reliability standards.
• Performs product testing and analysis to maintain quality levels and minimize defects and failure rates.
• Technical Analysis: Expert in statistical tools, process capability
• Problem Solving: Uses root cause analysis tools like 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensures feedback is integrated from design, R&D, production, and other teams for continuous improvement
• Work with outside suppliers and manufacturing plants to complete and approve supplier PPAP submissions
• When needed, participate on site at suppliers for program and/or critical issues requiring assistance.
• Assist with the development, testing, or modifications of prototype or production parts.
• Direct supplier to Set up appropriate testing procedures and record all necessary data, calibrate test equipment as needed, establish procedures for technical measuring.

Education, Skills and Experience

• BA/BS in a related field required
• 5-8 years related experience required

Work Environment

• Able to work and communicate; on the production floor, management meeting, with customers and suppliers
• Flexible and additional hours as required
• Must be able to travel up to 50% throughout North America

IAC Attributes

• Driven to continuously learn and know more, seeking to create a better way forward, a better life and a better world.
• Agile and resourceful in the way we think about solutions, delivering a precisely executed product in new and inventive ways
• Curious to know and learn more in an effort to discover opportunities to improve, adapt and evolve mobile environments
• Honest with ourselves and our customers, delivering an inspiringly different collaborative environment as we seek to move people in ways you never expected