Find & Apply For Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in La Porte, Indiana

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION

The position assists in the planning, development, implementation, communication and maintenance of a company's quality management systems, polices, documentation, data, and customer- specific requirements. It oversees an organization's manufacturing and engineering processes by ensuring the proper use of tools, materials and procedures. It monitors and tests product quality, ensures compliance with standards, identifies issues, and recommends solutions.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Product & Process Audits to

ISO 9001

Performs required audits by completing necessary inspection procedures (product operation, certification and test procedures), using the appropriate documentation, and attesting to the quality of the product prior to shipment Ensures and verifies accuracy and completeness of quality requirements, inspection sheets, engineering documents and sampling sheets used when inspecting parts or units Uses basic precision measuring tools, workmanship standards, visual inspection and referencing specifications and blueprints to identify discrepancies. May include calibration activities Document deficiencies identified that do not meet the specifications and requirements. Provide a means to track and address repetitive issues Troubleshoots non-conforming issues and determines the root cause of the problem. Initiates proper

Problem Solving:

procedures in order to resolve the problem. Involves the appropriate departments Assist Manufacturing and Design Engineering during pilot runs of materials to determine undocumented quality requirements and/or test procedures that should be added to the Quality Requirements Helps maintaining the customer complaint system including necessary investigations, meetings and customer communications/visits Supports the preparation and execution of frequent internal audits and annual surveillance/re-certification audits according to

ISO 9001

Participate and make recommendations for continuous improvement activities. Initiate Corrective/Preventative Action notices as determined necessary to ensure quality processes and products Provides training to the appropriate people as required on product operation and/or important information that has been identified that requires a "need-to-know" status Continuous Improvement /

Special Projects:

Assist and participate when required and approved by the Quality Manager

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related discipline preferred Minimum 3-5 years relevant Quality experience in a manufacturing environment Prefer experience in the automotive or plastic manufacturing industries Familiar with plastics and engineering polymers

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Ability to effectively use quality tools and techniques to determine compliance to specifications, trends, capabilities, and opportunities for continuous improvement; and the ability to demonstrate effective use of precision measuring tools and/or equipment Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office (especially Excel, ACCESS, PowerPoint), CRM, ERP systems Knowledge of SPC and problem-solving tools

ISO 9001

2015: Minimum of Internal Auditor certification Excellent organization, communication, planning, telephone, and interpersonal skills Ability to present to all levels of an organization Able to work as a team member with a wide variety of people Able to work under stress and solve problems quickly

Preferred:

Six sigma green/black belt and LEAN experience Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Quality systems: 5 years (Required)

Manufacturing:

2 years (Required)

ISO 9001

3 years (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

La Porte, IN 46350: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person