Quality Engineer - $80-100K

Shawmut

$80K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Certification, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years in a manufacturing environment, automotive preferred.
  • 1+ year in supplier/customer quality-engineering role.
  • 1+ year experience in APQP related to new automotive products.
  • Basic knowledge of AIAG quality systems and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

  • Interface with customers and suppliers on quality issues.
  • Maintain quality documentation like control plans and PFMEAs.
  • Lead problem-solving for quality-related concerns.
  • Coordinate activities of Quality Technicians and APQP documentation.
  • Establish data collection systems for process and product feedback.
  • Manage supplier quality for parts used in products.
  • Train and mentor Quality Technicians as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage through BCBS and EyeMed.
  • Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
  • Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Establish and maintain strong customer relations and ensure customer satisfaction. Have a thorough understanding of customer

expectations and coordinate the internal effort to meet those expectations.

Responsibilities
  • Responsible for customer interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
  • Responsible for supplier interfacing on quality issues for assigned responsibilities.
  • Maintain control plans, PFMEA's, inspection and gage instructions and other assigned quality plan documentation.
  • Lead problem solving activities for internal/external concerns relating to assigned responsibilities.
  • Coordinates activities of Quality Technicians as needed. Maintain Advanced Quality Planning (APQP) documentation for assigned programs.
  • Establish data collection systems for process, product and customer feedback.
  • Supplier quality coordination of parts supplied to assigned product units.
  • Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process and quality systems.
  • Train / mentor Quality Technicians as needed.
  • Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process, or quality systems.
  • Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
  • Organize retrieval of supplier PPAP information.
  • Organize follow up activities to customer PPAP submissions.
  • Report weekly to management regarding timelines.
  • During slow periods, perform internal and/or external audits on the basis of ISO 9001:2015/IATF 16949 requirements to
  • maintain compliance.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Requirements

  • Minimum for (4) year degree or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer Certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least three (3) years in manufacturing environment, automotive manufacturing a plus.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience in supplier and customer related quality-engineering role.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience in APQP on new products in automotive industry.
  • Basic AIAG or related quality system knowledge.
  • Must have good communication skills, both orally and in writing to interface with customers, suppliers, and all levels of personnel in one organization.
  • Capable of working in an international environment.
  • High level of computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word/Excel.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Strong organizational skills, with ability to manage several tasks and/or projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 / IATF 16949 Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949 auditing process.
  • Internal Process Auditor experience preferred but not required.
  • Must be available for approximately 25% travel including international if necessary.

About the location

Shawmut Corporation's Clinton, Tennessee facility, with 15 years of operational excellence, is a hub for producing composite textile components for marine, medical, and government sectors. Nestled in a scenic area with four distinct seasons and close to Norse Lake, it's ideal for nature lovers. The traditional metal manufacturing building fosters a tight-knit, goal-oriented community, with diverse teams working cohesively. Located in an industrial park, the facility benefits from nearby restaurants and stores. As a family-owned business, it maintains a welcoming atmosphere where everyone knows each other's names and works towards shared goals.

Ready to be part of a team that's making the world a more sustainable place? Apply now and let's embark on this exciting journey together!

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive wage structure reflective of current market trends.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS) and EyeMed
  • Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan


Salary Description

$80-100K

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