Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Execute dimensional analysis, validation, and optimization activities for body structures and components.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to influence product design and ensure robust dimensional performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to identify and resolve dimensional issues.
• Utilize Process Engineering methodologies to develop and implement dimensional control plans and strategies.
• Conduct Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) specifically related to dimensional deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) activities to identify and eliminate waste in dimensional control processes.
• Ensure adherence to GMS (Global Manufacturing System) standards and best practices for dimensional control.
• Develop and implement strategies for Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations in dimensional assembly processes.
• May be involved in Lockout Tagout procedures related to dimensional equipment maintenance or setup.
• Utilize people management skills to lead cross‑functional teams and drive consensus on dimensional solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in automotive body dimensional engineering or a related field.
• Excellent people management and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

• Strong understanding and application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Demonstrated experience with Process Engineering and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Familiarity with Value Stream Mapping (VSM) techniques.
• Knowledge of GMS (Global Manufacturing System) principles and applications.
• Understanding of Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to apply lockout tagout procedures as required.

• What is a typical breakdown:
  Attend daily safety and quality meetings. Inspect assembly lines for any quality concerns. Check previous shift’s defect data, scrap reports, and First Time Quality (FTQ) performance. Investigate issues flagged by operators or automated systems. Work with Manufacturing Engineers, Maintenance, and Operators to resolve problems. Validate incoming parts meet specifications. Update processes or documentation based on findings. Perform layered process audits and ensure adherence to Global Manufacturing System (GMS) standards.
  
  Document quality performance and communication to leadership. Support SPQRCE principles (Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, Environment).
• Is this role primarily focused on body structure dimensional engineering, or does it also cover other components? Mainly body shop. We do collaborate with GA partners.
• How much time will be spent on hands‑on analysis versus cross‑functional collaboration and leadership?
  80% spends on hands on compared cross functional
• Will this engineer be responsible for developing dimensional control plans from scratch or improving existing ones?
  They will be maintaining the existing ones
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• Which tools and software are most critical for dimensional analysis (e.g., CAD, CMM, GD&T tools)?
  We do more with GD&T and Polly Works (training will be provided, but it’s a bonus if they are experienced in Polly Works).
• Are candidates expected to have experience with PFMEA specifically for dimensional deviations, or will training be provided?
  No, training will be provided.
• What level of people management is expected—leading projects or supervising direct reports?
  Little combination of both, but more so experience leading projects is what will be asked during the interview.
• What communication style works best in this plant environment?
  Mostly cell phones, radio, and email. Winning candidate needs to be comfortable working together as a team.
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