Quality Engineer

Description:

General Summary

A Quality Engineer position is currently available at our facility in Galion, OH. This is a full-time salaried position with benefit eligibility.

• Primarily responsible for support and coordination as well as implementation of PPAP’s and FAAT's assuring alignment with our quality programs and systems. The Quality Engineer leads the consistent application of PPAP’s and ensures they conform to customer requirements. The quality engineer works under direct supervision of the Quality Manager, performing routine but somewhat varied duties in accordance with standard procedures. The Quality Engineer work may require limited independent judgement and knowledge of related operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Analysis and Execution

• Responsible to utilize problem solving techniques, team building strategies, process control and continuous process improvement tools to meet or exceed the key performance indicators and Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements.
• Hands-on practitioner of Lean and Continuous Improvement; utilize lean tools (i.e. brainstorming, fishbone analysis, Pareto, value stream mapping, 5S, FMEA, five “whys”) to reduce variability.
• Responsible to analyze manufacturing site methods and operations, develops improvement plans, and recommend and/or implement change and eliminate non-conforming products.
• Responsible to conduct presentations and informational meetings for all levels of manufacturing population regarding productivity and improvement changes or standards.
• Review, prepare and submit PPAP’s and FAAT's.
• Manage APQP activities (drawing reviews, control plans, Gage R&R, capability studies, etc.).
• Participation in technical reviews.
• Directs sampling inspection and testing of PPAP parts, components, and materials to determine conformance to standards and customer requirements.
• Responsible for operation of computer hardware and software related to PPAP and FAAT data collection and determination of product quality and process capability.
• Interface with both customer and vendors as required in such areas as: PPAP, APQP, Process Control Plans, FEMA’s, MSA and SPC, etc.
• Needs to support timely and comprehensive reporting of PPAP and FAAT status to customers and management.
• Management project skills are a must and the ability to manage several projects/tasks that are going on simultaneously.
• Ability to use project management software, Microsoft Project or equivalent.

Leadership

• Coach and mentor teammates to improve the understanding of lean tools, variability reduction and waste elimination
• Demonstrate safe working standards; ensure that safety procedures, loss prevention and security procedures are followed
• Identify and resolve quality, process and workflow problems across departments to ensure we exceed our customers’ expectations

Requirements:

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in Quality Engineering (BS/associate's degree preferred, but not required)
• Automotive Engineering Experience Desired
• Quality system comprehension – ISO 9001, TS 16949, AS9100 and Mil-Standards
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in MS Office products
• Working knowledge of SPC required and formal SPC training preferred
• Three (3) or more years work experience within an automotive/manufacturing Quality Systems setting.
• PPAP and FAAT experience is required.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively within team members, management, coworkers and customers.
• ASQ Certified preferred but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Quality Engineering: 3 years (Required)
• Working knowledge of SPC: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Galion, OH 44833 (Required)