2024 Intern - Quality Engineer (Cwc)

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all KPIs and measures with regards to an improved product quality during the development phase according the Flawless Launch Process (FLP)
• Responsible for achieving manufacturing process quality targets during launch and serial production
• Responsible to stop processes and escalate in all cases of non-conformities to quality (STOP-AT-DEFECT)
• Drive and implement continuous improvement activities through active problem solving processes.
• Self-starter seeks opportunities to improve processes, part quality, and overall efficiency
• Support process capability analyses to investigate the ability of production processes to meet defined specifications and quality standards
• Create and maintain plant related quality documentation • Support assembly trials and drive for best process quality
• Responsible for alerting management for all items affecting product quality/functionality in a negative manner
• First contact for all customer related questions • Ensure knowledge about customer specific requirements
• Ensure knowledge about risk management and product safety
• Conduct claim management with customer (8D) including warranty
• Submit final submitting PPAP to customer (incl. update of customer portals and IMDS)
• Support project-related documents (e.g. P-FMEA, process flow chart)
• Perform internal Audits
• Support Quality Manager on external and customer audits

Company Description:
Kautex, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a Tier One automotive supplier, we support and accelerate the change throughout the automotive industry with ideas being put into motion by those who are driving the future. A pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems for vehicles - including hybrid vehicle applications - Kautex is expanding our portfolio to offer smart products. From battery systems for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility. Even as we look to tomorrow, we still keep a sharp focus on thriving in the current business environment with our CWC (Campbell, Wyant and Cannon) facility serving as a leader in the production of iron camshafts and metallurgy. Our IP (Industrial Packaging) division produces high-quality products for a lot of industries and is one of the prominent firms in promoting a circular economy with innovative recycling solutions. We keep sustainability at the forefront of our processes because our planet isn't better unless we can be better.
We offer an international, family-friendly (Home Office options e.g.), and diverse work environment in which you can help shape future success. Additionally, we have great career development opportunities with interesting and challenging projects, as well as various personal and professional trainings.

• Master or Bachelor in Engineering or comparable education
• First experience in automotive project management
• Understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings
• Knowledge in quality tools/ valid quality standards
• Knowledge in customer specific quality requirements
• Strong English language skills are required

Competencies:

• Drive for results
• Priority Setting
• Self development
• Compassion
• Ethics & Values
• Problem solving
• Leadership and communication skills

Benefits

• Drive your own success story through technical and leadership development
• Diverse global team with opportunities for cross-functional experiences
• A competitive compensation and benefits package including:
  • Worldwide development opportunities
  • Excellent working conditions