Quality Engineer

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicles to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex offers highly advanced technologies and services worldwide. We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits. · Ability to meet all assigned individual performance KPIs and measures that are associated with this role · Responsible for achieving manufacturing process quality targets during launch and serial production · Responsible to stop processes and escalate in all cases of non-conformities to quality (STOP-AT-DEFECT) · Drive and implement continuous improvement activities affecting process quality by working hand in hand with other departments · Create and maintain plant related quality documentation in the internal Quality document management system · Responsible for alerting management for all items affecting product quality/functionality that are not meeting the requirements · Point of contact for customer for the assigned lines / programs · Ability to travel to customer location as needed · Provide quick response to customer/ QRE working at customer location for any clarification, sorting information and other support as needed · Ensure knowledge and understanding on all customer specific requirements · Ensure knowledge about risk management and product safety · Ability to lead (8D) problem solving methods for any internal/ External quality concerns including warranty issues · Responsible for reviewing customer score card on daily basis and escalate and follow up for concerns or po2int reductions and warranty issues · Ability to track and complete all PPAP required documentation and data to customer on time · Support project-related documents (e.g. P-FMEA, process flow chart) · Perform internal Audits and complete all assigned action plan on time · Support Quality Manager on external and customer audits · Responsible for ongoing line conformity for all inspection requirements as per control plan · Ability to work with digitalized format for multiple quality process · Ability to proficiently completed task given on Excel, Power point, Word and open to learn other Microsoft applications as needed · Ability to perform SPC analysis and support on Gage RR using Minitab · Master or Bachelor in Engineering or comparable education · First experience in automotive project management · Knowledge in quality tools/ valid quality standards § Knowledge in customer specific quality requirements · Knowledge of Kautex manufacturing processes · Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus · Strong local and English language skills are required · Business Insights · Drives results § Manages ambiguity · Interpersonal savvy · Values Differences · Develops Talent · Drives Vision · Purpose

Responsible for achieving manufacturing process quality targets during launch and serial production while managing customer communications and scorecards. The role involves driving continuous improvement activities and ensuring line conformity through audits and documentation.

Requires proficiency in quality tools such as 8D, PPAP, and P-FMEA, along with the ability to perform SPC analysis using Minitab. Candidates must be able to manage quality documentation and travel to customer locations as needed.

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred

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• 8D Problem Solving
• PPAP
• P-FMEA
• SPC Analysis
• Gage RR
• Minitab
• Internal Auditing
• Quality Documentation
• Customer Relationship Management
• Risk Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word
• Process Flow Charting
• Control Plan Management
• KPI Tracking

• Engineering
• Manufacturing

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week