Quality Engineer

tramgroup· Quality Control/Assurance
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📍 Jackson, MIFull Time

About this role

  • Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new product introductions, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal standards.
  • Manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions and launch readiness documentation for new tooling and components.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and customers to define and validate quality requirements during product development and launch phases.
  • Conduct Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA) and develop robust Control Plans for launch programs.
  • Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R to ensure inspection reliability and repeatability.
  • Lead dimensional tooling reviews, provide feedback for tooling improvements, and support validation of stamping, injection molding, and die casting processes.
  • Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpret engineering drawings to support launch quality activities.
  • Drive launch containment plans, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for internal and supplier non-conformances.
  • Develop and implement inspection criteria, work instructions, and quality check procedures for new product builds.
  • Report program status, risks, and countermeasures to executive leadership and customers.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel (pivot tables), and Gantt charts for project tracking and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in automotive product launch quality.
    • Experience with AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
    • Familiarity with CMM programming, DOE, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
    • Strong communication, project management, and customer-facing skills.
    • Prior experience supporting zero-defect launches in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Prescription
    • Vision
    • 401K + Company match
    • Life Insurance
    • Short Term Disability
    • Long Term Disability
    • Education Assistance
    • Flex Spending
    • Employee Assistance Programs
    • 12 Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off

TAC Manufacturing, Inc. is a Japanese owned automotive parts supplier, serving the Japanese Transplants (Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, etc.) as well as the domestic OEMs (Ford and GM).  Located in Jackson, MI, TAC Manufacturing, Inc. is a subsidiary company of Tokai-Rika Co. LTD, which is located in Nagoya, Japan. 

 

TAC was founded in 1991 and currently employs 700+ people at our Jackson, MI location. 

We manufacture security and safety-related products: shift levers, shift-by-wire, steering wheels, exterior mirrors, steering column locks, key cylinders, mechanical and remote keys, and more. 

 

Shift your career into drive and help TAC Manufacturing make the driving experience an intuitive connection between the human body and the vehicle.

 

TAC Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This Quality Engineer role at tramgroup is based in Jackson, MI. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Quality Engineer role in the Quality Control/Assurance department at tramgroup.
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This Quality Engineer position is part of the Quality Control/Assurance department at tramgroup. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Quality Engineer position at tramgroup was posted on Sep 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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