McGard LLC

Quality Assurance Engineer

1^st Shift, 6:30AM – 3:00PM, Monday – Friday

Salaried, $75,000 - $120,000 Annually DOE

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than McGard, a leading company in the automotive industry! We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Quality Assurance Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT MCGARD:

McGard has been a trusted name in the automotive industry for over 60 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality, precision-engineered automotive security products and components. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a global leader in our field.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 10 company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Discretionary, annual profit sharing.
• Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative work environment.
• On-site walking trail and convenience cafeteria.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Plans, directs, and executes activities pertaining to development, application and maintenance of quality management system standards for McGard/LDM processes, materials and products by performing the following activities.

JOB DUTIES:

• Committed to ensuring the achievement of continuous improvement within area of expertise, as well as areas of business in order to remain at the forefront of meeting Company objectives, thus proactively satisfying customers. 
• This position mandates that all required safety classes, trainings, and certifications be completed and maintained within the specific position/department. 
• Is aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of the quality objectives. 
• This position requires an employee to work their regularly scheduled shift; ability to work overtime & weekends. 
• Must be aware of and comply with related IATF/ISO procedures, as applicable. 
• Must meet qualitative and quantitative standards for the position and department. 

Root Cause/Corrective Action (CAR) Development

• Assists other departments with the development of root cause and corrective action activities. 
• Ensures proper root cause analysis was performed. 
• Responsible for the approval of CAR’s and for ensuring proper follow-up of the root cause solution and implementation. 

Quality Systems

• Designs, installs, and evaluates quality process sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques associated with new and existing products. 
• Shall be an active team member contributing to the advance quality planning process. 
• Develops procedures for inspection and testing criteria, including Control Plans and Process Flows. 
• Leads continuous improvement projects and initiatives. 

Supplier Development

• Works with suppliers to ensure their quality management system meets our expectations. 
• Assists and mentors suppliers with the development of corrective actions and root cause development. 

Troubleshooting

• Strong working knowledge of all processes in LDM and McGard – includes manufacturing processes, assembly processes, outside processes, shipping, production control, and product development. 
• Trained in problem solving techniques including six sigma, root cause analysis. 

Coaching & Mentoring

• Helps other departments with root cause analysis. 
• Provides guidance and mentoring to QA Technicians. 
• Provides training to QA and other departments on quality concepts, problem solving tools, and quality management systems. 

 Customer Focus

• Coordinates/assists with the coordination of customer audits and visits. 
• Works directly with our customers on quality related issues. 

This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and orally. 
• B.S. in Industrial/Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related curriculum preferred. 
• Three (3) years minimum experience in a quality related position.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) a plus. 
• IATF/ISO and APQP experience preferred. 
• Advanced Excel skills. 
• Minitab experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position requires individual to be capable of traveling & working throughout the entire facility, within reasonable accommodation. The noise level is usually moderate.

If you are an ambitious and driven individual who thrives on innovation and enjoys working in a team environment, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join McGard and be part of a company that is revolutionizing the automotive security industry.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Salary : $75,000 - $120,000