Quality Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting and improving manufacturing processes through data analysis, testing, inspection, and problem-solving methodologies. This position leads quality improvement projects, implements and maintains quality assurance programs, ensures organizational compliance with established quality standards and procedures, and drives the successful fulfillment of all customer-specific quality requirements.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards, requirements, and procedures for product development and manufacturing operations.

• Serve as the primary quality resource for identifying, investigating, and resolving quality concerns while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support cross-functional and concurrent engineering activities by representing Quality Assurance and customer requirements during product and process development.

• Design, implement, and monitor process controls, testing methods, inspection plans, and continuous improvement activities to ensure product quality and process effectiveness.

• Promote adherence to quality standards through the development and execution of inspection procedures, testing methodologies, quality plans, documentation, and reporting systems.

• Support and coordinate process and quality system certification activities.

• Review customer purchase orders, contracts, specifications, and engineering changes to ensure quality requirements are appropriately incorporated into quality and manufacturing plans.

• Develop, analyze, and communicate quality performance metrics and reporting tools to monitor product and process performance.

• Provide management with regular updates on quality trends, nonconformance data, customer concerns, and continuous improvement opportunities.

• Review supplier purchase orders and establish supplier quality expectations and requirements to ensure compliance with organizational standards.

• Participate in internal, customer, and third-party quality audits and support corrective action activities as required.

• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to investigate quality issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and verify their effectiveness.

• Represent Quality Assurance on the Material Review Board (MRB), facilitating the review and disposition of nonconforming materials and products.

• Develop and deliver training related to quality standards, quality systems, inspection techniques, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable customer-specific requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational quality management system requirements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in the automotive manufacturing industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of quality systems, quality tools, statistical analysis, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement principles.
• Familiarity with quality standards, inspection techniques, process control methods, and customer-specific requirements preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Bilingual English/Spanish language skills are a plus.

SKILLS

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to apply engineering and quality principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of IATF 16949 requirements and quality management system standards.
• Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation skills.
• Effective decision-making abilities based on data analysis, risk assessment, and sound judgment.
• Self-motivated with the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive solutions.
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficient in mathematical calculations, statistical analysis, measurement systems, and interpreting technical specifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to a manufacturing environment that may include moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, fumes, and varying levels of vibration. The work environment may also involve elevated noise levels, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all safety procedures.

MEASURE OF PERFORMANCE

• Accuracy, quality, and integrity of work performed.

• Commitment to continuous learning and the ability to adapt to new technologies, processes, and quality methodologies.

• Annual appraisal of core skills and competencies:

• Demonstrates Transparency, Integrity, and Credibility.

• Technical and Functional Job Performance.

• Collaboration and Teamwork.

• o Customer and Quality Focus.

• o Innovation and Continuous Improvement.

• o Initiative and Accountability.

• o Learning and Professional Development.

• Satisfactory attendance and dependability record.

• Timely completion of assigned responsibilities, projects, and annual performance goals.

HEALTH & SAFETY

As an employee at ARaymond you play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Complying with all company health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Participating in all required health and safety training courses to stay informed about best practices and regulatory requirements.

At ARaymond, we create cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the machines and products that keep the world moving. Founded in Grenoble in 1865, and still headquartered in the city to this day, we're a family-run business with a proud history of innovation - including the invention of the press stud. Human values have driven our success for over 155 years, embodied by our servant-leadership model of management that empowers employees and puts their wellbeing first.

Today we employ more than 7,000 people in 25 countries worldwide. And we're committed to leading in sustainability for the global fastening and assembly market.