Quality Assurance Engineer

American Friction Technologies (AFT) established in 1996 has become a leader in the sintered friction material industry. AFT is the largest North American producer of sintered metallic brake pads for the power sports industry. In addition, we are a major manufacturer of ceramic clutch buttons. Visit us at americanfriction.net.

AFT builds quality into each phase of the manufacturing process. Our advanced manufacturing technology coupled with an ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Management System ensures consistent product performance for our OEM and Aftermarket customers in mountain / dirt bike, ATV / UTV, motorcycle, snowmobile, heavy-truck, military, aircraft and high-speed train industries.

Attributes and Skillsets should include:

• Thorough knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 quality standards


• Familiarity with manufacturing operations preferably Stamping, Plating and Powder Metal


• The ability to interact in Staff Level, Customer meetings and shop floor situations


• Organize and direct the tasks of 1-2 quality technicians

Qualifications / Skills / Experience:

• Engineering or Technical Degree


• Ability to read and interpret part drawings including GD&T dimensioning


• Knowledge/experience with CMM and Optical measuring systems (Micro Vu Vertex)


• Software proficiency with InSpec, Prolink (QC Calc), Gagetrak, Mini Tab or SPC for Excel


• Ability to write Procedures / Work Instructions and design QMS Forms and Visual Aids

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Originate and assist in the submittal of PPAPs


• Internal and external audits (i.e. suppliers, visits, standards audits)


• Establish SOP’s for incoming inspection and data collection methods


• Assist with new products drawing reviews / Control Plans


• Integration of new product inspection devices, gaging and associated data collection


• Backup in-process / final inspection of parts and disposition of non-conforming parts