Quality Engineer 1st shift

SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer / Quality Management System Coordinator will support Heartland in implementing and maintaining a successful automotive Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with the requirements of IATF 16949 and other relevant international standards. An amount of time not to exceed 50% will also be devoted to supporting the QA department’s documentation requirements associated with New Model Launches.

• Minimum 1-2 years automotive manufacturing experience
• IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Training / Certification
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and present information to diverse groups
• MS Office Suite proficiency
• Experience writing procedures and policies
• Root Cause Analysis experience or training
• Willing to actively continue training through courses and seminars
• Experience with AIAG core tools including PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP

• QMS Coordinator: the primary responsibility for this position is to organize the company’s IATF compliance program and ensure ongoing focus on maintaining our certifications.
• Act as a point-of-contact with third-party auditors during audits.
• Manage Heartland’s Internal Audit Program: schedule, coordinate, and assist in conducting internal audits; track audit nonconformities and follow up to ensure timely completion; compile and report internal audit findings for Management Review and action.
• Schedule and conduct periodic QMS Management Reviews and document the outputs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant customer and international standard requirements (e.g. ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AIAG Core Tools, China-CQC, and customer specific requirements). Understand and interpret external standards in relation to the work of the company. Provide education and consultation to other employees and departments about external standard requirements.
• Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to develop and revise the Quality Management System in accordance with evolving business needs.
• New Model Responsibilities:
  Assist with PFMEA, Control Plan, QVA/QVB, and general Nex Prise document status management to support New Model Launch (max. 50%).
• Provide systems support to HA-Lafayette in the employee’s areas of responsibility (travel 10% max).
• Participate in (and lead) continuous improvement activities of various types, as opportunities arise.
• This position has the responsibility and authority to stop production or shipment in the event of nonconformity.

• Know all potential work and environmental hazards.
• PPE Requirements:
  Safety glasses and any other required PPE in accordance with the SWI for the jobs you may be doing.