Faurecia · 13 hours ago
Plant Quality Engineer
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expForvia is a sustainable mobility technology leader that pioneers technology for mobility experiences that matter to people. The Plant Quality Engineer will ensure production compliance with quality standards, lead quality improvement initiatives, and serve as a liaison for customer interactions regarding quality matters.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesIndustrialManufacturingSustainability
No H1B
Responsibilities
Act as the Quality Manager’s delegate in the assigned area, aligning with site and customer priorities
Ensure production compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and Forvia quality standards
Maintain validated control plans, conduct regular audits, and implement necessary updates with customer and engineering input
Monitor documentation and apply document control best practices, ensuring audit readiness
Lead and sustain the deployment of the 8 Quality Basics (8QB), using audits and action plans to ensure effectiveness
Conduct daily line walks to identify issues, validate solutions, and reinforce compliance
Validate final inspectors per Forvia methodology; ensure only qualified personnel operate production lines
Coordinate timely disposition of nonconforming products and maintain accurate records
Trigger containment using quality alerts; lead investigations using 8D, Ishikawa, 5Why, QRCI, and related tools
Drive corrective actions and quality improvement initiatives tied to scrap, rework, and process variation
Participate in the FES Deployment Plan and oversee Quality chapters in the assigned area
Promote continuous improvement by proposing and implementing solutions across processes, subcontracting, and inspection systems (TQW)
Represent Forvia in quality matters during customer interactions and ECC meetings
Lead the response to customer complaints and prepare PPAPs as required
Maintain communication with customer liaisons and support visits; access customer portals to provide required updates
Coordinate with Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) to identify and resolve supplier-related issues
Apply APQP tools and participate in FMEA reviews throughout the product lifecycle
Develop and maintain SPC, sampling methods, inspection systems, and control plans
Maintain Gage R&R records and perform capability analyses
Support the definition and implementation of quality specs and testing standards across raw materials and finished goods
Facilitate training for employees on inspection methods, 8QB principles, and quality procedures
Conduct and support product, process, and special audits; follow up on corrective actions
Instruct personnel on proper audit techniques and use of testing devices
Handle Ariba PR submissions, invoice validation (VIM), and follow-up with AP as needed
Support multiple projects concurrently, ensuring quality integration in engineering changes and new programs
Monitor and validate service shipments and support TCS, TQW, and quality campaign activities
Escalate quality risks to the Quality Manager and stop production when authorized to protect customer interests
Qualification
Required
excellent verbal and written communication skills
willing to learn and disseminate company policies and procedures
able to work on multiple high priority projects
availability to travel to visit and support customers in case of need
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
1 to 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
1 to 5 years of experience in quality
Benefits
Average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
Multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
Gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans
Company
Faurecia
Faurecia is a world's leading automotive tech company designing solutions for a safe, personalized, connected and sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.11BKey Investors
European Commission
2025-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2025-06-04Post Ipo Debt· $285.53M
2025-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $814.01M
Leadership Team
Ann Ross
Chief Financial Officer, North America
Jean-Noel Bahar
Division Finance VP / CFO - Faurecia Clarion Electronics Americas
Recent News
2026-01-09
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