Launch Quality Engineer for New Business

Launch Quality Engineer for New Business 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 3093 Northridge Drive NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Full-time Ridgeview Industries, Inc. 88 reviews Full-time Launch Quality Engineer If you are looking to be part of an organization committed to the principles of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Faith, then Ridgeview Industries has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for you. We are looking for an experienced Launch Quality Engineer, headquartered out of our Grand Rapids, MI location. This exciting position works directly with our customers on new business acquisitions as well as management of current business activities. The successful candidate will have a team-focused approach that aligns with our Mission Statement and Guiding Principles. One of the great benefits of working at Ridgeview Industries is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), an additional retirement benefit that grows over time. As an ESOP owner, you'll share in the success of the company! This unique plan helps build long-term financial security while strengthening our shared commitment to Ridgeview's future. Ridgeview Industries is a leading metal stamping, welding and assembly manufacturing company primarily serving the automotive market. Our privately held, employee owned company, founded upon Christian principles, currently employs approximately 600 team members across 4 plant locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance of APQP documentation and support of the corrective action process are primary tasks. This includes preparation and submission of customer required documentation and construction of problem-solving responses Leads/Drives corrective and preventive actions, and effectiveness verification activities for product quality issues Applies knowledge of metrology and GD&T to develop inspection and test methods for a wide array of products and processes Develops control plans and sampling plans for the purposes of process control or validation for attribute, and variable data, for lot based and sequential sampling methods, based upon process data and understanding of manufacturing processes Understands APQP and PPAP processes and can apply related tools to complete or lead teams in product launch activities Understands and applies statistical concepts including but not limited to: Utilization of hypothesis testing, capability analysis, and other methods based on use of normal and non-normal data distributions where appropriate Develops/Uses Key Process Indicators and statistical methods to determine process effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, best practices, and lead teams in driving continuous quality improvement. Lead the dimensional planning process (including gages) and approve layouts prior to capability runs. Review and approve completed Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation prior to customer submission and assure proper records and data per Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and customer requirements. Ensure 100% conformance for dimensional, material, testing, and capability. Participate in prove out and capability runs to verify that new projects meet part design and quality requirements through review of capability run results. Develop and maintain good customer relations for launch issues (not commercial items); be the customer expert and enforce system and product requirements. Provide all necessary documentation to customers per their requests and/or requirements. Organize and attend program meetings/conference calls with customers and suppliers as required. Lead the Advanced Product Quality Process (APQP), communicating key internal and external customer quality requirements. Ensure launch due dates for critical path items in operations are met. Provide technical input through launch and production processes; Generate Gage Instructions, setup Inspection templates and ensure Gage R&R are complete and meet customer requirements. Write Early Containment instructions Approve Supplier PPAPs Why do you want to join Ridgeview Industries? It will begin during a visit when you feel the passion of the people and culture that permeates from every contact you make. Or, you may hear from some of our many 15-30+ year co-workers what they love about Ridgeview. Or, you may feel a deep connection with our Mission Statement that was developed by our employees. We are a business with a purpose that goes beyond parts and profits, and we endeavor to be different from other manufacturers in our industry and beyond. Do you believe in and align with our twelve guiding Principles? Teamwork, Passion, Golden Rule, Trust, Communication, Accountability Follow the Process, Data Driven, Continuous Improvement, Personal Growth Pray Hard - Work Hard - Trust God, Excellence in All things Our family-like culture has been shaped in over 45 years of business. We believe in our values, vision and purpose, and seek to be continually learning and growing to best serve our employees, customers, suppliers and community. Is this the place and next chapter for you? Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this in office position offers an attractive level of compensation and benefits package including: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance and flexible spending account(s) Matching 401(k) retirement plan Paid vacation, vacation purchase option, and 10 paid holidays Many employee programs including an on-site fitness facility Tuition reimbursement Employee profit-sharing bonus Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) And much more.

Job Type:

Full-time Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person