Quality Engineer

About the role

We empower employees to create a better future by upholding safety standards, solving complex problems, continuous improvement, and fostering inclusivity. Every part and every voice matters. A Quality Engineer will provide support by following the Core Values:

• Every Part Matters
• Be Brave Enough to Try
• Move Toward a Solution
• Go The Extra Mile

Aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives, you will assure goals are met through leading or participating in process improvement activities, problem-solving (both safety and quality-related opportunities), and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Be a safety ambassador each day; lead by example by following safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvements using KPIs: First Pass Yield (FPY), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), Control of Non-Conforming Parts, Part Per Million for Customer Complaints (PPM)
• Work as an active team member supporting quality goals and objectives
• Provide support to Operations and Engineering as needed
• Contain non-conforming parts and finished product as required
• Perform Gage R&R and MSA
• Problem investigation: root cause and corrective actions (8D, 5-Why, A3)
• Conduct Process Audits
• Statistical analysis: Capability studies, review data for trends, and provide constructive feedback
• Build inspection plans for new parts
• Participation in waiver, MRB, and PPAP meetings
• Work with SQE on supplier-related issues
• Create ISIRs

Requirements

Required Skill Sets:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Engineering in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skill set
• Proficiency in Quality Core Tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Maps, Work Instructions
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015/IATF 16949 QMS standards
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
• Reading technical drawings and technical documentation
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Desired Skill Sets:

• Experience within manufacturing and/or automotive environment
• Leadership, team management skills, time management
• Problem-solving skills: 8D, 5-Why, A3, Minitab
• Continual Improvement: 6 Sigma
• SAP
• CMM programming (Basic)
• GD&T