Quality Engineer I

Work Model:
This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Regal Rexnord Corporation (NYSE: RRX), is a leading manufacturer of automation solutions, electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products serving markets throughout the world. The company is comprised of four business segments:
Automation & Motion Control, Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Industrial Systems and Power Efficiency Solutions. Regal Rexnord is headquartered in Rosemont, IL, and has over 220 manufacturing, sales, and service facilities across the globe.

Regal Rexnord Aerospace Solutions supplies engineered high performance spherical and cylindrical bearings, mechanical seals, gears and electrical components to the commercial air transport, regional aircraft, business aircraft, helicopter and military aircraft markets for use in engine systems, flight control systems, landing gear systems and airframe structures. Our aerospace bearing and seal products consist of rolling element airframe bearings and bearing tooling sold under the Shafer® and Tri-Roller® brand names, Teflon lined polymeric bearings sold under the Tuflite® brand name, slotted entry, split ball and split race bearings sold under the PSI® brand name, self-lubricating machinable lined bearings and coatings sold under the Rexlon® brand name and mechanical seals sold under the Cartriseal® brand name.

Gears and electrical components sold under the Micro Precision® brand name. Our global customer base includes all major engine and airframe OEMs, as well as major Tier 1, 2 and 3 suppliers to the engine and airframe OEM's and through our FAA approved repair stations we support major MRO and aircraft operators with repair and overhaul capabilities.

The Quality Engineer provides assistance in assuring product quality and supporting quality programs. In this position, you can make immediate contributions in enhancing the current quality program by providing daily support in Quality Engineering related issues. This position is located in Downers Grove, Illinois a northwest suburb of Chicago.

• Utilize data driven problem solving methods to improve performance on key quality metrics such as internal and external DPPMs, Scrap and Customer Satisfaction.
• Review nonconforming product, determine, and approve dispositions.
• Provide shop floor support in with the creation and updating of inspection plans, performing gauge R&Rs, capability studies, and the use of other quality assurance tools.
• Engage in the design, development, and implementation of a Quality roadmap for achieving company objectives.
• Drive a culture of quality at the source whereby all associates assume ownership for the quality of their work, services, and products.
• Develop and execute criteria for the qualification of new equipment, process, and product introductions through new product development methodologies for aerospace.
• Identify & drive continuous improvement opportunities within the facility and at our supplier's locations.
• Assist in the effort to maintain all current AS9100 certifications, as well as NADCAP special process certifications.

Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a 'U.S. Person', which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.

• "A Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or a technical field"
• 3+ years of Quality Experience in the Aerospace or Automotive industry
• 10% travel
• Experience working with quality systems (e.g. AS9100, ISO
  9001, FAA regulations)
• The ability to collect, compile, and analyze data to determine both root cause and corrective action to prevent recurrence in addition to driving the non-conforming material review system.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving techniques internally and externally (Customers/Suppliers)
• A proficiency with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools (including SPC, GR&R, DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, and First Article Inspection)
• Demonstrated success in the ability to consistently multitask
• Good writing/administrative skills, including computer skills (word processing, graphics, spreadsheet, Minitab, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management
• Proven history of customer satisfaction success both internally & externally
• A solid background in metal manufacturing environment including metal cutting and grinding is desirable
• A solid background in metrology and measurement systems
• Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and Geometric Dimens