Quality Control Engineer

HL Mando

Production Quality Engineer ensuring automotive product compliance and driving quality improvements at HL Mando. Managing defect analysis and quality resolution processes in manufacturing.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeOpelika • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform real-time in-line part defect analysis across the affected manufacturing process, identifying defect patterns, root causes, and containment actions (as necessary).
Review dimensional, functional, and visual inspection results to prevent defect leaks to customer and maintain stable production quality.
Lead cross-functional troubleshooting activities on the shop floor to promptly address abnormal conditions and quality alerts.
Manage immediate containment activities, including segregation, generating sort or rework instructions, and communication with production teams.
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve HL Mando’s enhanced inspection documentation, Quality Technician Inspection Questions, incoming inspection sampling plans to meet IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and OEM-specific requirements.
Conduct process audits to assess compliance with standard operating procedures, control plans, specifications, and error-proofing systems.
Execute product audits to verify product conformity, measurements, performance checks, dimensional validation, etc.
Document audit findings, lead corrective actions and follow-ups, and ensure timely closure with verified effectiveness.
Lead cross-functional teams using structured problem-solving activities using 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, etc.
Conduct data analysis (SPC, capability studies, trend charts) to predict and prevent potential quality issues.
Validate the effectiveness of solutions through corrective action follow-up audits, capability studies, review and KPI performance tracking.
Monitor critical-to-quality characteristics in-line and control plan adherence to ensure stable and capable processes.
Support new product launches, engineering changes, and process improvements through product validation and PPAP submissions.
Serve as a technical contact for customer quality issues, warranty claims, and returned part analysis (as needed).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
2–5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing quality (tier 1 or tier 2) or product quality engineering.
Strong knowledge of automotive standards: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA.
Hands-on experience with quality tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, Control Plans, and writing inspection plans.
Proficiency with data analysis software (e.g., Minitab or similar) and an understanding of GD&T and metrology equipment.
Analytical, communication, and cross-functional problem-solving skills.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (preferred).
Experience in high-volume automotive Tier-1 manufacturing environments (preferred).
Auditing (preferred).
IATF 16949 experience (preferred).
Reduction in quality costs (preferred).
Assembly and Machining Experience (preferred).
Knowledge of inspection and measurement technologies (preferred).
Previous experience working directly with major automotive OEMs or Tier-1/2 suppliers (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits.
401(k) plan.
Paid time off.
Professional development opportunities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Quality EngineeringDimensional InspectionRoot Cause AnalysisControl PlansFMEAGD&TMetrologyProcess AuditsProduct AuditsInspection Planning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications

Six Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt