Quality Engineer

POSITION SUMMRY

The Quality Engineer role is multi-faceted and includes performing APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, creating control plans and process maps, perform macroetch testing, operating a CMM, using problem solving tools, calibrating measuring and test equipment, having excellent communication and record keeping skills, having good attention to detail, read, understand and interpret technical documentation, while maintaining a high degree of integrity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Have knowledge of quality systems, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, SPC and Control plans

· Have experience working with Lean initiatives, 8D root cause analysis, correction action planning, and performing Poka-Yoke

· Have knowledge and ability to perform macroetch testing on robotic welds

· Perform internal and external auditing

· Have excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly and concisely communicate audit findings to management.

· Have the ability to read and interpret part drawings and understand company policies and procedures related to the company’s quality management system

· To perform calibrations and maintain the calibration database for all employee, company and customer owned gaging

· To read and interpret technical specifications and review and approve material test reports for incoming raw materials and special processes

· To use good consistent judgment and decision making on quality related issues using written, verbal and prior history information

· To maintain a high degree of integrity

· Be organized, file and maintain documentation as required and have good attention to detail

· To always comply with all company safety policies and use personal protective equipment as required

· To understand and follow employee handbook guidelines and meet attendance expectations

· Have the capability to use computers, including MS Word and Excel, understand file management, data and record keeping

· To have excellent time management skills while handling multiple tasks

· To take direction and perform other duties as needed

DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS

· Travel to Customers, Suppliers, and Outside Training as needed (<10 %)

· Desire for additional education and training

· Hands on approach to understand each step of the manufacturing processes

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science in an engineering or technology field and/or minimum of one to three years of experience in the field of manufacturing

ASQ certified preferred but not required.

Experience with Stamping, Welding, Machining, Fabrication and Assembly preferred.

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 standards

Statistical analysis training preferred; Six Sigma Green Belt preferred but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform moderate to complex mathematical computations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical, written or pictorial form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift 30 pounds when required. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The environmental noise level is moderate to high. Physical hazards to include moving equipment, large machinery, and heavy and sharp metal stamped and machine parts. Breathing fumes, dust and mist. Skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids.