JAC Recruitment
Quality Engineer-Bilingual Japanese
Requirements
Candidates must have business-level proficiency in Japanese and English and experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills and authorization to work in the U.S. are required.
Job Description
Our client, a manufacturing company in the U.S., is seeking a bilingual Quality Engineer. This position will serve as a liaison between Japanese-speaking engineering teams and English-speaking quality personnel while supporting quality improvement initiatives and manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and improve quality control and inspection processes
- Conduct product and process audits
- Lead root cause analysis using FMEA, 5-Why, and Fishbone methodologies
- Analyze quality data and identify improvement opportunities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams
- Maintain quality documentation and records
- Support quality management system compliance
- Participate in new product launches and quality-related projects
- Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English
- Engineering or quality experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Experience working within industrial/manufacturing operations
- Authorization to work in the U.S. or eligibility for visa sponsorship
- Quality Engineer experience
- Automotive industry experience
- ISO and/or IATF16949 experience
- APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and SPC knowledge
- Experience supporting quality improvement projects
- CMM programming experience is a plus
Stanford, Kentucky. United States
SALARY
USD 60,000 - 70,000
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
- Additional benefits available
Full-time, On-site
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About JAC Recruitment
With a legacy of over 50 years, we are not just a recruitment consultancy; we are the bridge that connects businesses with exceptional talent, fostering growth and innovation across the globe. Founded in 1975, JAC Group has expanded its footprint to 36 offices in 12 countries, including Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, the U.S., and seven key Asian markets: Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, and India. We are proudly listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, reflecting our commitment to excellence and transparency. We specialise in recruiting for specialists, middle management, and executives. Our diverse portfolio of 10 service brands is tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses and professionals alike. Our professional consultants in each country bring deep industry knowledge and expertise, ensuring we provide exceptional guidance in sourcing top talent and connecting professionals with opportunities that perfectly match their career aspirations. At JAC Group, we are committed to fostering connections that drive growth. We connect people, businesses, the economy, and society by introducing professionals who play pivotal roles in the development of companies worldwide. Our mission is to deliver the best solutions to help your business thrive and to support individuals in achieving their career goals, leveraging our extensive network and industry insights to support your success. Let's connect and make great things happen!