Sterling Engineering ยท 1 day ago
Quality Engineer
Elgin, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
3+ years expSterling Engineering is a well-established manufacturer in the plastics industry, seeking a Quality Engineer with a strong focus on PPAP. This role is critical to ensuring that new and existing products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary owner of the PPAP process for new product introductions and engineering changes
Prepare, review, and submit complete PPAP packages, including control plans, PFMEAs, DFMEAs, process flow diagrams, dimensional layouts, capability studies, and material certifications
Act as the main quality interface with customers regarding PPAP requirements, submissions, and approvals
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Tooling, and Program Management to ensure PPAP readiness and on-time submission
Support APQP activities throughout the product development lifecycle
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions related to PPAP rejections, quality issues, or customer concerns using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why)
Monitor and analyze process capability (Cp, Cpk) and recommend process improvements to meet customer specifications
Assist with internal and external audits, including customer and ISO/IATF-related audits as applicable
Maintain accurate quality documentation and ensure compliance with customer-specific and industry quality standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in a quality role within plastics manufacturing or a related manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience owning and submitting PPAPs
Preferred
automotive or high-volume manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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