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Very Reputable Tier 1 Automotive Component manufacturing operations seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to join the team. This is a newly created role to support growth and the introduction of new product lines. Awesome benefits and a fantastic work culture.

Position Summary:

This position works with minimal supervision and applies knowledge of Quality Engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Provides Quality Engineering / Six Sigma support to assigned manufacturing processes. Works with Manufacturing and Quality Assurance personnel to define problems and problem solution strategies, develops training material for the application of quality engineering principles and techniques such as Design of Experiments and Statistical Process Control, and provides small and large group training using those materials. Additionally, the Quality Engineer may be asked to provide training on all elements of TQC.

Essential Job Functions Include:

Prioritize and complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner, adjusting for changing priorities, availability of resources and assisting other team members as needed. Monitor, review and update Control Plans, Process Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (PFMEA's) and associated documentation. Statistically monitor quality outputs from assigned areas. Utilize problem solving techniques to improve/eliminate quality issues as they arise. Develop, monitor and improve measurement systems used by production staff. Perform Gauge R&R studies as necessary. Represents company inn communication with customer quality representatives. Facilitate timely closure of Customer Quality issues related to QR's, 8D's, certified stock, alerts, etc. Monitor warranty returns in assigned areas and perform analysis to develop/execute plans to reduce/eliminate causes of warranty failures. Understand Customer Requirements and ensure they are met in all assigned value streams and Quality Management System (QMS). Manage Material Review Board (MRB) for assigned areas. Monitor KPI's against expectations and develop/execute improvement plans in collaboration with the Quality Manager. Manage corrective actions and/or quality related projects involving manufacturing areas/QMS. May coordinate multiple large projects simultaneously. Design and develop inspections processes and documented procedures. Summarize and document inspection results to include internal auditing and all associated aspects. Collaborate with internal leadership and team members during team meetings, value stream meetings, system reviews, safety meetings, and other forms of problem-solving discussions to further define and improve department strategies designed to meet and exceed quality and safety objectives. Train team members on process and procedure as directed and provide necessary follow-up and guidance to achieve professional development objectives. Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organizational goals while actively demonstrating accountability and responsibility for achieving desired outcomes and measurable results. Provide sustaining quality engineering support for existing production lines, assisting with projects to reduce scrap rates Support new program introduction process; to include production part approval process (PPAP) and works with customers' project engineers on technical details. Support Quality Management System (QMS) to include internal auditing and document control. Participate in ensuring company's readiness for internal/external quality audits. May assist the Quality Manager in developing the annual audit plan, train internal audit team members, provide communication/reporting of results and assisting during audits. Oversee the controlled document system in assigned areas and Quality Management System (QMS), to include a final review of changes to procedures, work instructions, forms, master lists and other associated documents to ensure quality certification requirements are met. Develops and presents training material in statistical and or process improvement techniques to adult learners. Problem-solve individually or as part of a group as job duties require. May lead such problem-solving activities. Work with suppliers and supplier quality on design and development of projects/corrective actions. Education and/or

Experience:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Statistics or CQE certification (or equivalent) with two years of experience in a quality environment.
• 2+ years of professional experience in a Quality Environment with project leadership responsibilities required.
• 2+ years of experience in a high volume, manufacturing environment preferred.

Pay:

$84,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person