Quality Engineer (In Ky)

We are searching to fill a full time Quality Engineer position with an automotive supplier located in the Bowling Green / Franklin, KY area. SALARY RANGE:   ·$80K TO $90K (max) per year.  · There is no relocation assistance so you would have to be able to commute or relocate closer at your own expense. MUST HAVES: · BS Degree in related field · Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing, preferably in automotive DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor and reduce customer PPM through in-process defect analysis and problem solving.
· Lead the root cause and countermeasure activity for Customer, internal, and supplier related corrective actions.
· Support the IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 management systems.
· Maintain awareness of quality related topics (customer issues, audits, etc.) with all NMMI personnel
· Review and submit new model PPAP documents such as PFMEA, control plans, PSW etc.
· Support departmental and companywide suggestion system by acting as role model and resource for completion of projects.
· Support department and companywide 6S program through leading by example and ensuring their work area is meeting company 6S target.  
· Act as the voice of the customer, including direct interaction with the customer and establishment as the first line of communication to the customer.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: · B.S. degree in related field · Problem solving methodology (5 Why, Fishbone, etc.)· Blueprint reading / specification interpretation · Quality Core Tools knowledge; certification a plus · ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 internal auditor experience; certification a plus