Quality Engineer
Zing Recruiting, in partnership with a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier in the Birmingham, AL area, is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join their team! This is a direct-hire opportunity offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
Quality Engineer Job Summary:
- Pay: $76,000–$80,800+ annually DOE
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems and procedures
- Analyze production and quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Investigate product defects, non-conformances, and customer complaints
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and management teams to improve processes and product quality
- Conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documentation
- Ensure compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines
- Assist with process validation, PPAPs, FMEAs, Control Plans, and continuous improvement projects
- Train production personnel on quality standards and procedures as needed
Quality Engineer Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred
- Previous Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
- Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
- Knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with ISO standards, auditing, and quality documentation preferred
- Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and Control Plans preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality-related software systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- ASQ certification preferred, but not required
Work Environment:
- Manufacturing and office environment
- Frequent interaction with production teams and plant operations
- May require standing, walking the production floor, and occasional lifting
Benefits:
Robust Health & Wellness Coverage
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with multiple plan options
- Prescription drug coverage with no deductible
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
Fully Company-Paid Protection Plans
- Life Insurance and AD&D – 2× base salary
- Short- and Long-Term Disability – 100% employer-paid
Paid Time Off & Attendance Incentives
- 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Floater Days
- Perfect Attendance Rewards – up to 32 hours of extra pay annually
- Two Half-Day Medical Leave Hours per year
Retirement & Profit Sharing
- 401(k) with 50% company match on the first 6% contributed
- Annual 10% Profit Sharing based on company performance
Additional Perks
- Company-paid uniforms
- $75/year steel-toe shoe reimbursement
- Prescription safety glasses every 2 years
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs and more
Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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