What are the responsibilities and job description for the APQP/PPAP Quality Engineer — Automotive Plastics position at Mergon Moulded Plastics?
Our mission
Deliver parts that earn customer confidence on Day 1 and every day after—meeting IATF 16949:2016 and regulatory requirements without compromise. As our APQP/PPAP Quality Engineer, you are the force that turns this mission into reality.
How you’ll contribute
- Design, maintain, and continuously improve a compliant Quality Management System aligned to IATF 16949:2016 and applicable directives.
- Partner with QC Technicians to investigate production issues; validate root cause using 5 Why (and related tools) and implement effective CAPA.
- Lead NCR/CAPA activities end-to-end, ensuring timely closure and sustained effectiveness.
- Translate customer-specific requirements into actionable controls; serve as the primary Quality point of contact for customers.
- Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits; compile objective evidence and manage responses.
- Equip teams through targeted training on product and process requirements.
- Champion APQP for new launches, assembling complete PPAPs and executing safe launch strategies.
What you bring
- At least 4 years in product quality with hands-on quality system compliance.
- Proven experience with APQP, Core Tools, and building/submitting PPAPs.
- Knowledge of inspection methods and measurement systems.
- Background in blow molding, injection molding, and assembly (preferred).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and computational capability; fluent with problem-solving frameworks.
- Excellent communication, creativity, and decisive judgment.
Everyday tools and methods
- GD&T
- Continuous Improvement and Kaizen
- Troubleshooting
- Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Process FMEA (PFMEA)
- 5 Why root cause
- APQP
- SOP development and adherence
- Quality Control and Field Measurements
- PPAP process execution
Imagine this scenario
A customer-specific requirement changes mid-launch. You rapidly assess PFMEA impacts, update control plans, adjust SPC limits, coach the production team on the new standard, and submit a revised PPAP. The safe launch remains intact—no escapes, no surprises.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000