EMPIRE · 15 hours ago
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Hayward, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$72.25/hr - $80.10/hr
6+ years expEmpire is seeking a Manufacturing Process Quality Engineer to ensure that vehicle assembly and testing processes meet the highest quality standards. This role involves developing quality controls, driving root-cause resolution, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve manufacturing and test processes.
Information TechnologyMusicMusic Label
Responsibilities
Develop and integrate in-line and End-of-Line quality and functional checks into the manufacturing process
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for assembly-related issues
Design, implement, and optimize End-of-Line (EOL) testing processes
Create and maintain PFMEAs, Control Plans, and APQP documentation
Analyze manufacturing and quality data to drive process and test improvements
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier quality and design-related issues
Support the definition and continuous improvement of Quality Policies and Manuals
Develop procedures, work instructions, and processes aligned with IATF 16949, ISO 9000, and related quality system standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
6–8 years of experience in manufacturing and/or quality engineering
Hands-on experience with FMEA, Control Plans, and APQP
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Vehicle or complex assembly quality: 6 years
PFMEA & Control Plan ownership: 6 years
APQP deliverables in production: 5 years
End-of-Line test process development: 5 years
Root cause analysis in manufacturing: 6 years
Automotive quality systems IATF/ISO: 6 years
CATIA V5/V6: 2 years
Location: Hayward, CA 94545
Ability to Commute: Hayward, CA 94545
Work Location: In person
Preferred
Experience with Automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
Lean Six Sigma or Shainin certification
Experience with CATIA V5/V6
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Company
EMPIRE
Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is currently leading through its innovative and progressive approach to the digital music era across its label, distribution and publishing arms.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ghazi Shami
CEO / Founder
Bri Small
Vice President, Digital
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