Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and define process control requirements and measurement systems; create and improve control plans
• Identify sources of variation that result in defects and customer complaints, using variation reduction tools
• Collaborate with product development teams in the Product Development Quality Engineer role to identify and prevent defects prior to production
• Lead problem solving with all levels of the organization, including Engineering and Manufacturing, using disciplined methods such as 8D
• Develop sampling plans, quality standards, and process control instructions for use by manufacturing in monitoring and reducing variation
• Serve as Internal Auditor; audit quality processes to ensure compliance and lead teams to develop corrective actions for non-conformances
• Aid in the development of global quality processes and procedures to create effective and standardized work practices
• Perform as an internal consultant for metrology and measurement needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 2+ years of related experience in quality engineering
• Experience with structured problem solving methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, A3, or other
• Hands-on experience creating and/or updating quality documentation such as work instructions and inspection standards
• Knowledge of Quality System tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, Gage R&R, and Capability Studies
• Experience with metrology, including creating programs for and running CMMs and laser scanners
• CMM experience required (PCDMIS, MODUS, Zeiss Inspect)
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T
• Hands-on, collaborative approach with plant floor operations teams; strong teaching and coaching skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD experience
• Auditing experience
• Composite knowledge

Additional Job Details

• Must be physically able to perform all steps within the wheel manufacturing process to understand the best processes needed for their creation
• Must be able to continuously stand or walk for at least 80% of the workday
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, bend, squat, climb stairs, lift frequently, and reach 40 inches
• Must be available to meet with global teams before or after standard hours
• Must be available for international travel as needed, estimated up to 15% of time