Quality Engineer

The purpose of the Quality Engineer is to work closely with design and production teams to quality issues. They respond to questions about how to achieve quality goals and implement changes to reduce the instance of errors.

• Responsible for the PPAP, Control Plans and GR&R for their respective areas.
• Support FMEA development as part of cross-functional team.
• Perform root cause analysis and transform the analysis into the appropriate records, documents and communications for internal and external distribution, including corrective actions.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis including calibration records.
• Address quality rejects and customer returned material.
• Application of statistical techniques and assistance to others as required.
• Track progress of Advanced Quality Planning activities.
• Manage Document Control and Released Document Databases.
• Monitor and help control scrap; including pareto and corrective action analysis.
• Monitor, analyze and report on facility key indicators and associated improvement action plans.
• Assist in supplier development as required.
• Assist with process improvements and data analysis.
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct process capability studies and quality audits.
• Conduct customer visits and reviews.
• Other duties as required.

Skills Required:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong project management skills and leadership abilities.
• Assertive and self-motivated.
• Solid manufacturing background including manufacturing, finance and engineering.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional activities.
• Excellent communication (both written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication (both written and oral) in English.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in the understanding of Engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Good understanding of APQP and program management techniques.

Typical Experience Required/Preferred (include management experience or other specifics):

• Associates degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Quality, Industrial or Mechanical engineering with 1+ years' experience required.
• Work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in Quality related statistics.
• Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred, or attained within one year of hire/placement.
• Experience with FMEA, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.