Quality Engineering Specialist

Now hiring! Quality Engineering Specialist

Wyandotte, MI

We are looking for a Quality Engineering Specialist to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte.

Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

We are seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist to manage compliance through methodologies like 8D and Non-Conformance Management, while also supporting external audits such as ISO 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. In this role, you will lead customer audits and drive a proactive Quality Management mindset within the Business Unit to promote continuous improvement and quality excellence.

As a Quality Engineering Specialist, you create chemistry by...

•  Identifying IT interfaces/new applications/processes.
• Leading the team during internal customer complaints & response
• Ensuring implementation of measures from audits.
• Monitoring Customer Satisfaction along with sales
• Supporting the process owners and interface with internal and external entities to identify and develop/improve IT solutions.
• Ensuring proposed IT characteristics align globally where applicable.
• Working in global Quality team to align customer needs/expectations and requests.
• Performing as a team member, APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) management of new products.
• Performiing as a team member by planning and preparing PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) submissions on new products and engineering changes to meet customer deadlines and customer specific requirements.
• Developing and being responsible of the maintenance of FMEA’s. Verify that Lessons Learned are used in the D/P FMEA. Up-dates process flow charts and control plans.
• Analyzing data to detect quality problems and recommend corrective action.
• Identifying, developing, and supporting Continuous Improvement applications

If you...

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical or chemical engineering, or equivalent experience, with 2-5 years of related working experience in quality management within the automotive industry.
• Are familiar with quality tools such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, and FMEA, along with excellent skills in identifying, analyzing, and resolving quality issues.
• Possess proven ability to manage multiple projects, demonstrate urgency, and meet deadlines while coordinating and facilitating cross-functional team meetings.
• Have certification as an auditor for IATF16949, VDA 6.3, and VDA 6.5, or equivalent knowledge is preferred, along with strong skills in coordination, communication, and negotiation.
• Are flexible to travel as required
• Are proficient in software applications like MS Office, SAP, and APIS, with desired working knowledge of Power BI.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.