Quality Engineer; Consultative Manufacturing Support

Job Title: Quality Engineer (Consultative Manufacturing Support)

Location: Nashville, TN

Salary Range: Based on experience

Employment Type: Contract (estimated 3 months)

Introduction

MS Companies is seeking senior-level, consultative Quality Engineers to support manufacturing operations across the Nashville, TN area. This role is designed for professionals who can step into active production environments, rapidly assess risk, align stakeholders, and drive structured resolution of quality issues with speed and discipline. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted quality advisor to plant leadership - balancing immediate containment with sustainable corrective actions and system-level improvement.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of Quality Engineering experience in OEM or Tier 1 automotive manufacturing
• Expert-level structured problem solving (8D), root cause analysis, and corrective action execution
• Strong command of quality systems and core tools (PPAP, FMEA, control plans, APQP fundamentals)
• Proven experience leading supplier and internal quality escalations, including containment and NCR investigations
• Executive presence with the ability to communicate risk, decisions, and action plans to leadership and customers
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related discipline
• Experience supporting customer audits, launch support, and run-at-rate readiness activities
• Success in turnaround environments, escalation response, or interim leadership support
• Ability to coach and mentor Quality Technicians, inspectors, or team leads to strengthen execution
• Flexibility to support multiple local sites within the Nashville area as business needs evolve

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Deploy on-site to assess, contain, and resolve urgent manufacturing quality issues
• Define stabilization plans that protect the customer and restore production flow
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving sessions with clear ownership, timelines, and verification
• Develop and close 8D documentation for internal, supplier, and customer-facing concerns
• Oversee inspection, rework, or controlled shipping activities when needed and drive exit criteria
• Provide concise status reporting to stakeholders and support customer visits and audits as required

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in active manufacturing and production environments
• Standing, walking, and/or sitting for extended periods may be required
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 lbs depending on assignment and site requirements