About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, manufacturing (automotive).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Key Responsibilities

• Assist with internal and external quality audits and follow-up actions.
• Work with operators and technicians on the manufacturing floor to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor quality performance, investigate defects, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain quality documentation and support compliance with automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve processes and prevent recurring issues.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships and co-ops are welcome.
• Exposure to automotive manufacturing or quality processes preferred.
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis and problem-solving methods (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.).
• Familiarity with PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, or IATF 16949 is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work effectively on the manufacturing floor with cross-functional teams.

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Compensation & Location

• Salary range: $60,000–$70,000 per year.
• Location: Morristown, TN — on-site (manufacturing facility). Relocation or remote work not indicated.

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in automotive quality engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and industry quality standards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities from manufacturing and engineering teams.
• A strong foundation in root cause analysis and corrective actions for future quality roles.

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Notes for Applicants

• This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for recent engineering graduates or candidates with internship/co-op experience.
• The role will require on-site work at a manufacturing facility in Morristown, TN.
• Careertakes is supporting this recruitment — you will be employed directly by our client if selected.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.