DENSO International America, Inc.

Quality Engineer 1

DENSO International America, Inc. • $81K — $101K *
Long Beach, CA 90805In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related field
  • 0-3 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and email software
  • Strong communication skills for interaction across all organizational levels
  • Ability to motivate internal associates on quality issues
  • Basic analytical and negotiation skills
  • Good customer service focus with a partnership approach

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement quality techniques in collaboration with senior engineers
  • Establish specifications and metrics to improve process and product quality
  • Lead projects on new and modified processes while ensuring timely delivery
  • Perform audits to identify and resolve process issues
  • Monitor data sources and coordinate countermeasure implementation
  • Coordinate product testing and summarize reports for stakeholders
  • Research and develop continuous improvement programs

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
  • Various Optional Insurance programs
  • Onsite Fitness Center and Cafeteria (vary by location)
Full Job Description
Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • In conjunction with more senior engineers, plans, develops and implements techniques and
    programs to ensure that quality levels are maintained in accordance with the organization's
    quality standards.
  • Collaborates to establish specifications, controls and quality metrics, including participation in
    reviewing and/or creating PFMEA and Control Plans. Monitor, identify, fill-gaps as well as develop
    various controls to improve process and product quality.
  • Lead ESC projects on new and modified processes and products following ESC standards.
    Ensure output are within DENSO's standard's and launched on-time.
  • Perform internal and/or external process audits to quickly identify issues and develop
    countermeasures with various stakeholders.
  • Monitor various data sources to identify, contain and lead resolution to process and product
    quality issues. Coordinate activities to implement countermeasures and track effectiveness.
  • Coordinates product testing and teardown with quality testing technicians and develop resulting
    summary reports to management, customers and/or other stakeholders.
  • Support various customers to resolve field inquiries and warranty issues. Develop effective
    communication and relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction with DENSO Quality.
  • Research, plan, develop and implement continuous improvement (Kaizen) programs.
  • Effectively communicate with management, peers, customers, and other stakeholders on
    technical issues.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical or related field
  • 0-3 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Working knowledge with email
    software (e.g. Lotus Notes preferred), and other proprietary company software. Working
    knowledge of inventory tracking software (e.g. AS400/BPCS)
  • Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels throughout the organization and with suppliers and customers.
  • Ability to successfully motivate DPAM internal associates in regard to resolving quality issues.
  • Competent written and verbal communication skills. Must be a good presenter that can interpret
    information based on a general knowledge of the organization, its products and procedures, and
    provide an independent explanation and discussion based on the technical or complex nature of
    the materials being discussed
  • Good customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship partnership
  • Basic analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to
    complex situations, applying knowledge of specialty area and use of sound judgement
  • Basic negotiation skills. Ability to resolve difficult or complicated situations that are often sensitive
    in nature. Recognizes and applies subtle cues in anticipating customers' needs and potential next
    steps


Benefits Summary:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
  • Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)


Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary: $81,000 - $101,000

About DENSO International America, Inc.

DENSO International America, Inc. is a leading global automotive supplier of advanced technology, systems and components in the areas of thermal, powertrain control, electronics and information and safety. With its North American headquarters located in Southfield, Michigan, DENSO employs more than 17000 people at 33 consolidated companies and affiliates across the North American region.
Learn more about DENSO International America, Inc.
Size
167,950 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
NASDAQ
DNZOY
* Ladders Estimates

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