What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Linamar Structures USA (Michigan) Inc. (326)?
Job Title: Quality Engineer
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Quality Manager, performs Quality Engineering functions for all production programs.
Responsibility:
- Primarily responsible for performing Quality Engineering functions:
- Have knowledge and understanding of IATF 16949.
- Prepare PPAP documentation, Process Flow, Control Plans, PFMEA’s etc.
- Establish and participate in gauge design, Gage R & R, etc.
- Provide manufacturing plant support for Quality issues.
- Determine disposition of product through interpretations of established acceptance standards.
- Responsible for containment areas: Disposition/MRB/Sample.
- Assist in coordination of annual layout activities.
- Provide Print review/interpretation, CMM support as needed.
- Perform Layered Audits.
- Update/maintain Quality documentation, operational procedures & forms, etc.
- Leading and/or being a member of internal Corrective Action teams.
- Provide supervision to Quality personnel including timecard approval, scheduling, and performance reviews.
Academic/Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
- 3-5 years or more of automotive experience
- Must be familiar with automotive supplier OEM Portals
- Internal Auditor Certification strongly preferred (IATF 16949)
- Must be proficient in GR&R studies, CMM, SPC, GD&T, APQP, FMEA and PPAP.
Required Skills/Experience:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to interact and communicate at all levels of organization, and
- with customer engineering and/or management.
- Ability to effectively apply problem solving / continuous improvement principles and techniques to quality and manufacturing principles.
- Strong manufacturing background.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated
- poise, tact, and diplomacy. Customer focus – need to build and maintain relationships with internal and external
- customers.
Practical knowledge of state-of-the-art inspection and quality engineering techniques, procedures, equipment, theories, and principles.
What Linamar Has to Offer:
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- 401k Program
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us:
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.