Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality EngineerFLSA Status: ExemptDivision: Quality Control DepartmentEEOC Classification: ProfessionalsReports To: Quality Control Section MangerSUMMARYThis position will support the Quality Control Section Manager in the completion of various duties required to meet the goals of the department.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure product's compliance with Customer's requirements.Interface with customer relating manufacturing quality issues. Work with approved supplier to procure quality subcomponents using PPAP.Participate in drawing review at early product planning stages.Participate in cross functional PFMEA activity.Participate in cross functional control plan development.Implement customer part approval process activity per AIAG guidelines.Evaluate data, set control levels and maintain SPC control charts on selected items.Present information at Quality Review stages.Feedback customer quality information back to manufacturing.Coordinate and implement quick countermeasure activity.Meet with MFG to understand in-process problems & subcomponent trouble.Maintain set of current drawings.Implement customer part approval process activity per AIAG guidelines.Customer Window.Customer PPAP Process.Supplier PPAP Process.Supplier Evaluations.Set up & Evaluation of RT Parts.Evaluation of Returned Product (Field & Customer) & Report.Preparation of Management review material (Monthly & QR).PRMEA.Process Audit.Defect Analysis & Reporting.QIP Activity.AOR.Support Hoshin Kanri Activity.3K (Hub & ECT pin hole etc..).Help achieve ISO/TS16949 and ISO 14001 registration within company determined time frame.Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.Will perform other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by the Supervisor or Management.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNo supervisory responsibilities, except directing team members when appropriate.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESComplete product knowledgeComplete process knowledgeGeneral physics abilityExcellent written communication skillsExcellent time management skillsExcellent cooperative personalityAbility to work 3 shiftsAbility to work weekends and holidays Short term notice business travelOverseas business travelAbility to interact well with coworkers.Ability to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures.Ability to accept constructive criticism.QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREDBachelors degree desired; or equivalent experience5 years relevant experience or 3 years of excellent performance as a QE in Company requiredValid passport for travel required for travelORGANIZATIONAL (AND OUTSIDE) RELATIONSHIPSAll other AEIL Departments and various outside vendors and customers.WORK ENVIRONMENTSome dust, noise, oils, greases, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane, solvents and occasional heavy lifting. Exposed to hazardous machinery and/or conditions that could result in injury up to and including a fatality if safety measures are not followed and adhered to. Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils. The performance of this position normally requires exposure to a typical manufacturing areas were under certain conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety shoes and safety glasses.PHYSICAL DEMANDS / REQUIREMENTSThe physical 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 the essential functions.Physical Demands / Requirements(0-33%)(34-66%)(67-100%)1. StandingX2. WalkingX3. SittingX4. Lifting (weight 40 lb)X5. Heaviest Weight Lifted (40 lb)X6. Carrying (weight 40 lb)X7. Heavy Weight Carried (40 lb)X8. Pushing/PullingX9. Weight Pushed/Pulled (40 lb)X10. ClimbingX11. BalancingX12. Bending/StoopX13. CrawlingX14. ReachingX15. Reach Above ShoulderX16. Work Above ShoulderX17. Walk on Uneven GroundX18. Fine ManipulationX19. Gross ManipulationX20. Simple GraspingX21. Power GripX22. Hand TwistingX23. Twisting of bodyX24. KneelingX25. CrouchingXThe duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.