Quality Enigineer

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely and effective new product/program introduction up to a production ready stage, through the use of Advance Quality Planning.
• Lead efforts to minimize/eliminate product non-conforming conditions (parts specific).
• Effectively work with all associated departments (i.e.: Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Production, Inspection, etc.), as well as suppliers, in order to meet individual customer specifications and requirements.
• Lead/participate in root cause analysis efforts both quality related and alternatives.
• Cook up and submit prototype samples.
• Lead and implement TS16949 program and all related activities, including documentation.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Personnel, towards improving product quality.
• Serve as the main liaison between Suppliers & Customers, regarding product quality.
• Compile production data, and conduct statistical analysis as the means for improvement.
• Prepare, and maintain sample submission packages (PPAPs), in line with individual customer requirements.
• Cook up and implement engineering changes, and maintain files.
• Responsible for all communication with the customer/sales.
• Have ultimate responsibility for the timing through all phases of new programs until process sign-off.
• Program timing will be tracked utilizing industry standard timing/project methodology.
• Responsible for calling, conducting, and creating minutes for all reviews and related program meetings and internal/external communications.
• Have ultimate responsibility for customer satisfaction during all stages up to process sign-off.
• Lead and implement all AIAG best methods.
• Establish and monitor Gauge & Fixture Calibration Schedule.
• Develop and implement detailed Shop Floor related Instructions.
• All other related duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Industrial Quality Standards and TS16949 and VDA System Requirements.
• Exposure to new product/program introduction methodology, and related systems including PPAP.
• Strong business competencies in the following areas: APQP, FMEA, advanced Statistics (SPC), Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving (8D), GDT and Decision-Making.
• Experience dealing with Customers & Suppliers within the quality realm.
• Competent in dealing with customer-specific requirements including: Ford, Toyota, VW.
• Strong interpersonal/behavioural competencies within the dynamics of Mentoring, Team Building, Interaction, and Communication (written and oral).
• Lead auditor training an asset.
• Ability to travel (as required).
• Proficiency in the use of common computer software packages (including Excel) and MPACT software.
• Educational Qualifications: Degree/Diploma in related discipline with emphasis on quality systems or equivalent work experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Statistical Analysis (SPC), TS core tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, Flow chart, Capability analysis, Gage R&R).
• Certified Quality Engineer designation is an asset.