Quality Engineer

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Summary: The Quality Engineer will develop and maintain quality systems according to standards and assist customers with any issues.

Essential Functions: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ongoing testing of parts (Functional, Dimensional, Physical properties, etc.)
• Create, update and maintain Quality Documentation, Customer Contact Reports, Customer Sort Reports, Information Relating to Concerns, Procedures, etc.
• Serve as the focal point of contact for internal and external customers.
• Participate in / Initiate cross functional teams in the pursuit of effective problem solving and mistake proofing quality problems.
• Travel and provide support to customers to resolve problems.
• Participate and improve in product development meetings to review engineering changes, manufacturing methods, planning and process specifications related with product quality.
• Coordinate with customers regarding quality performance trends and corrective actions.
• Communicate production and quality issues with employees and supervision when necessary.
• Lead 8D corrective action meetings.

APQP:

• Responsible for development and support of all APQP Documentation required for PPAP, PSO, etc.
• Manage ECNs after SOP or programs in Production Phase.
• Prepare and submit APQP documentation.
• Support and collaborate with Materials and Production departments for Run@Rates planning.
• Develop visual standards and system criteria for manufacturing operations during new launches and serial production.
• Perform monthly Control Plan & PFMEA Audits.

Plant Activities - Internal:

• Follow all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Quality Manager and Corporate Quality.
• Prepare reports by collecting, summarizing, analyzing data, and making recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct training sessions on quality control activities.
• Lead processing of non-conforming material and participate in failure analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in Internal and External IATF Audits and customer audits.
• Maintain layered process audit system.
• Create cell layouts and work instructions for new parts.
• Participate in customer quality audits (IATF, BIQS, etc.).
• Provide statistical support including DOE and process capability studies.
• Set up SPC parameters and instruct inspectors on techniques.
• Develop and maintain quality systems for assigned projects.
• Lead or participate in SPC implementation and discipline.
• Develop process flow, control plans, and assist with FMEAs.
• Create quality instruction sheets and participate in AQP, 8D, and Continuous Improvement teams.
• Prepare PPAP packages for customer submission.
• Coordinate gage R&R studies for new programs.
• Guide quality personnel in using quality methods.
• Coordinate and perform capability studies.
• Develop customer sample submission packages.
• Maintain direct contact with customer base for quality issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.
• Report unsafe conditions and continue training as required.
• Understand customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and quality-focused operations.
• Follow environmental responsibilities and cooperate with action team directives.
• Lead monthly APQP meetings bridging plant and corporate teams.

Qualifications:

• Technical Degree or equivalent experience. Computer literate.
• ISO
  9001, IATF
  16949, PPAP, APQP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, QOS, 8D Problem Solving experience.
• Knowledge of quality systems, inspection techniques, and measurement instruments.
• Capable of performing Gage R&R and capability studies.
• Automotive experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Quality Engineer in the automotive industry.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent walking and sitting; occasional standing, handling, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing. Must occasionally lift/move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and color vision. Responsible for part inspection and labeling.

Working Conditions:

• Exposed to manufacturing noise levels.
• Exposed to varying temperatures.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Quality Assurance

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing