Apqp Program Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

At Pan-Oston, you're more than an employee - you're an owner. For over 50 years, we've built retail solutions for some of North America's biggest brands while building careers people are proud of.

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) - Share in the company's success
• Work-Life Balance - Flex time for life's important moments
• Family-Focused Benefits - Childcare assistance & family coverage
• Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement & advancement opportunities
• Supportive Culture - A team built on respect, community, and integrity
• Growing Company - Backed by a $10M facility expansion in Bowling Green

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance
• FREE Dental & Vision for Employee & Family
• PTO, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discounts

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QUALITY ENGINEER

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to support product and process quality across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining quality standards, investigating non-conformances and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer will collaborate cross-functionally to improve product reliability, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes, procedures, and standards
• Monitor manufacturing and production processes to ensure compliance with established quality requirements
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure quality compliance
• Perform internal quality audits and support external/customer audits
• Analyze quality data and prepare reports related to trends, defects, scrap, and process performance
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify and resolve quality issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies
• Create and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures, control plans, and work instructions
• Manage environmental and regulatory compliance reporting activities, including Air Permit compliance, KERC Tier II reporting, Form R reporting, and wastewater compliance
• Administer and maintain the internal calibration system to meet audit requirements from organizations such as UL, ETL, and TUV SUD
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance within a manufacturing or related environment preferred
• Knowledge of quality management systems and standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies and tools, including 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA
• Proficiency with statistical analysis techniques and quality improvement tools
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and related documentation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and support multiple shifts as needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and quality management software systems

• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with SPC, PPAP, APQP, and MSA processes
• Experience within manufacturing or other industrial production environments

• Attention to detail
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies
• Data analysis and reporting
• Technical documentation and recordkeeping
• Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
• Project management and prioritization
• Problem-solving and decision-making

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor environments
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting may be required
• Occasional travel to supplier and customer locations as needed
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, noise, dust, and varying temperatures in production areas