Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the manufacturing business by managing site activities for product launches, significant product changes, and manufacturing changes. This role involves leading manufacturing and engineering teams through 8D problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer ensures compliance with quality management systems and standards, including ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3.

Essential Functions

• Quality Engineering Duties:
• Perform all duties associated with a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Actively participate in Cross Functional Business Teams, providing support and leadership for process improvement projects.
• Support various business teams and leadership as requested.
• Serve as an effective team member for supplier transitions, product launches, and manufacturing changes.
• Ensure timely completion of APQP activities.
• Set up and maintain systems to measure and monitor process capability.
• Provide support to CMM Quality Technician for writing/revising programs to measure parts on a programmable CMM.
• Provide technical assistance for internal gaging systems and AIAG MSA requirements.
• Develop and monitor Process FMEAs and control plans.
• Drive the reduction of internal non-conformances using cross-functional teams and corrective action tools.
• Monitor business performance to goals and initiate problem-solving and corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Utilize problem solving tools such as 8D, A3, and SPS methodologies.
• Promote and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Provide leadership for Corrective Action Teams to implement process changes.
• Support quality-related initiatives and Advanced Quality Planning.
• Support IATF16949 certification.
• Communicate and support Product Safety activities and procedures with team members.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality.
• Report on quality performance to senior management and recommend improvements.
• Auditing and Compliance:
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3 standards.
• Maintain detailed records of audits, findings, and corrective actions to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Prepare audit reports that summarize findings, corrective actions, and recommendations for improvement.
• Training and Development:
• Develop and deliver training programs for employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure all team members are knowledgeable about quality requirements and processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Promote the use of continuous improvement techniques such as Lean, Six-Sigma, and Poka-Yoke.
• Monitor and analyze process performance to identify areas for improvement.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with FMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, SPC, MSA – AIAG Modules.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and self-reliance.
• Ability to multitask and balance multiple assignments.
• Flexibility to adapt to frequent priority changes and substantial role diversity.
• Essential project management, follow-up, and team skills.
• Strong PC skills, including MS Excel and database use/construction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the department and with external/internal customers.
• Strong training skills.
  
  

Required Experience And Education

• 5 or more years of experience in the truck, distribution, automotive, or aerospace industries in Quality and Engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (other degrees considered with significant quality management experience of 10 years).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer desired.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification desired.
• Automotive/Truck industry experience.
  
  

Position Requirements

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.