Quality Engineer II

About the role

The Quality Engineer provides assistance in assuring product quality and supporting quality programs. Located in Downers Grove, Illinois, this role is fully onsite.

Responsibilities

• Utilize data-driven problem-solving methods to improve performance on key quality metrics such as internal and external DPPMs, Scrap, and Customer Satisfaction.
• Review nonconforming product, determine, and approve dispositions.
• Provide shop floor support in creating and updating inspection plans, performing gauge R&Rs, capability studies, and using quality assurance tools.
• Engage in the design, development, and implementation of a Quality roadmap for achieving company objectives.
• Drive a culture of quality at the source where all associates assume ownership for the quality of their work, services, and products.
• Develop and execute criteria for the qualification of new equipment, processes, and product introductions through new product development methodologies for aerospace.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within the facility and at supplier locations.
• Aid in maintaining AS9100 certifications and NADCAP special process certifications.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities through the use of lean tools and analytical problem-solving methods such as DMAIC.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• 3+ years of Quality Experience in the Aerospace or Automotive industry
• 10% travel
• Experience working with quality systems (e.g. AS9100, ISO9001, FAA regulations)
• The ability to collect, compile, and analyze data to determine both root cause and corrective action to prevent recurrence in addition to driving the non-conforming material review system.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and formal problem-solving techniques internally and externally (Customers/Suppliers)
• A high proficiency with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools (including SPC, GR&R, DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, and First Article Inspection)
• Demonstrated success in the ability to consistently multitask
• Good writing/administrative skills, including computer skills (word processing, graphics, spreadsheet, Minitab, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management
• Proven history of customer satisfaction success both internally & externally
• A solid background in metal manufacturing environment including metal cutting and grinding is desirable
• A solid background in metrology and measurement systems
• Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience working in a lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment
• Demonstrated career advancement with increasing accountability
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineering (CQE) desired

Skills

• Experience working in the Aerospace or Automotive industry
• Quality systems (AS9100, ISO9001, FAA regulations)
• Data collection and analysis
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques
• Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools
• Lean tools and analytical problem-solving methods (DMAIC)
• Time and project management
• Customer satisfaction success
• Metal manufacturing environment
• Metrology and measurement systems
• Engineering part drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment
• Career advancement with increasing accountability
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineering (CQE)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

Pay

$80,000 - $105,000

Schedule

Full-time

Qualifications

Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a 'U.S. Person'.