Challenge Manufacturing · 13 hours ago
Process Quality Engineer
Holland, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, dedicated to operational excellence through employee empowerment. The Process Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing the quality and capability of manufacturing processes, conducting root cause analysis, managing engineering changes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performing root cause analysis of quality issues, often using advanced problem-solving tools (Kepner-Tregoe, Shainin Red X, Design of Experiments, etc.) recommending and implement cost-effective permanent corrective actions
Analyze quality data from internal and external indicators, manage engineering changes working with a cross-functional team to ensure timely execution
Conduct product evaluation tests to ensure robustness of product or process change before full implementation and will be the point of contact for engineering quality and all product-related incidents
Ensuring delivery of third-party quality metrics, provide creative thinking to the analysis of data and the identification of new opportunities
Must have a proven track record of developing and executing standardization and experience with having cross-functional responsibilities in a lean organization
Plan, prioritize, set goals and manage multiple projects in a technical and business environment
Must have strong communication skills to support meetings at all levels of the company, including senior leadership
Establish partnerships both internally and externally should be able to influence without direct authority
Demonstrate unwavering commitment to delivering results and champion achievements and exhibit a willingness to do things differently and consistently translate ideas into actions that deliver results
Collaborate with teams and operations to identify and communicate gaps in current policies, procedures, and processes
Challenge existing processes to increase efficiency and decrease cost
Become an expert on processes and projects with low to moderate levels of complexity
Provide timely acknowledgement responses to customer complaints
Provide formal documentation SCAR, responses to the customer
Be a presence at the assembly plants to provide face-to-face interaction and ensure customer satisfaction while developing relationships
Understand how each part is utilized in the vehicle build and become the 'expert' regarding what the customer expects from us as the supplier of this part
Provide the plant management with the 'voice of the customer' and explain what key part attributes are important to manage on each part and why
Provide plant with priorities for part improvement to ensure the most important attributes are addressed first, and stress continuous improvement
Participate in the layered process audits
Implement new methods of inspection and control when required. (i.e.: enhanced containment techniques and documentation, SPC data, scheduled CMM runs or Roamer scans, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering – Mechanical from an ABET accredited university
5+ Years of related experience and/or training
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to deal with a variety of people at all levels of the organization
Ability to collect and synthesize data into meaningful information and communicate clearly to all levels of the organization
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Hands-on experience establishing, auditing, leading, and maintaining an IATF quality system
Experience working as a QE, or SQE in a manufacturing environment utilizing an IATF quality system
Ability to read and interpret GD&T and engineering drawings
Experience in DFMEA, PFMEA, process control plans and technical process documentation
Trained in and have knowledge of root cause analysis, six sigma, CA processes. Experience working directly with suppliers
Preferred
Six Sigma experience preferred
ASQ certification preferred
Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
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2023-10-16
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