Plant Quality Specialist (QU10P7)
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli [Division] team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, [insert here division definition].
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join the Quality team, reporting directly to the Quality Manager.
This position is based at our office in Pulaski TN.
As the Quality Engineer at Marelli, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of Marelli’s automotive lighting products from development through mass production. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to uphold Marelli’s quality standards, support customer requirements, and drive continuous improvement for headlamps, rear lamps, and other vehicle lighting solutions
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Quality Assurance: Establish, implement, and maintain quality control processes specific to lighting product designs, assembly, and testing.
- Product Development Support: Collaborate with R&D and Product Engineering to review specifications, validate prototypes, and ensure robust launch of new lighting products.
- Customer Management: Serve as primary contact for customer lighting quality concerns, coordinating containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Supplier Quality: Evaluate and qualify suppliers of lighting components (LEDs, lenses, housings, electronics), conduct audits, and support continuous improvement activities.
- Process Improvement: Promote best practices in automated assembly, optical validation, and reliability testing; lead initiatives for reducing defects and enhancing efficiency.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to automotive standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and customer specifications for lighting performance and safety.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records related to product validation, PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), 8D reports, and audit findings.
- Quality Metrics: Monitor and report on key performance indicators such as defect rates, customer complaints, warranty returns, and process capability.
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or related field).
- Minimum 3 years of quality engineering experience in the automotive lighting industry or similar field.
- Strong knowledge of lighting technologies (LED, halogen, adaptive lighting systems) and manufacturing processes (injection molding, electronics assembly, sealing).
- Proficient in automotive quality tools: FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, PPAP, 8D problem solving, and APQP.
- Familiarity with lighting validation methods: photometric testing, thermal cycling, ingress protection, and reliability assessments.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Experience working with global OEMs and Tier 1 automotive customers is preferred.
- Abiltiy to work in USA without visa sponsorship
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.
- Experience with quality information systems and statistical analysis tools.
- Multicultural, cross-functional teamwork experience.
- Knowledge of Marelli’s lighting products and processes
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the [Division] business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via [Website, such as LinkedIn].
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.
Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: Nashville