QA Systems Engineer II

A major and well-established company is seeking a QA Systems Engineer II for its high-volume manufacturing facility located east of the Atlanta metro area. This role offers a full benefits package, 401(k) with matching, bonus potential (2–5% annually), and straight-time overtime pay for hours worked beyond 45 per week. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. The QA Systems Engineer II serves as a key liaison between the company and its customers, ensuring the integrity of the quality management system and compliance with industry and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary customer contact for pass-through product quality, including APQP/PPAP activities, issue resolution, and warranty analysis/reporting.
• Manage the internal Quality System audit program: develop schedules, train auditors, lead audits, report results, and resolve non-conformance issues.
• Support and maintain IATF 16949 automotive certification by interfacing with 3rd-party registrars and coordinating audit activities.
• Lead quality improvement projects, implement process changes, and maintain quality system documentation.
• Oversee adherence to internal, industry, and customer standards and ensure continuous compliance.
• Participate in customer quality audits and meetings to support quality system certifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor and analyze system performance and deliver quality reports.
• Support broader Quality Systems initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven knowledge of IATF 16949 and automotive industry standards.
• Certified internal auditor with experience managing Quality System audits.
• Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, CMMs, and vision systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional task teams.
• Strong project management and change management skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising and directing assigned employees.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Office setting with occasional exposure to manufacturing floor.
• May require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and steel-toe shoes in certain areas.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus potential (2–5%)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Full health benefits package
• Straight-time OT pay for hours over 45/week
• Relocation assistance available