Hydro Aluminum North America

Quality Engineer

Hydro Aluminum North America • $70K — $95K *
Phoenix, AZ 85032In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering
  • Trained in proactive problem-solving with expertise in structured methodologies
  • ISO 9001 Auditing Certification preferred
  • Strong leadership capabilities and collaboration with diverse teams

Responsibilities

  • Work on the shop floor to integrate quality thinking with operators
  • Lead manufacturing projects to enhance quality and efficiency
  • Utilize data analysis and feedback to resolve product and process issues
  • Active listening to operator feedback for effective problem resolution
  • Coach shop floor personnel and share technical knowledge
  • Organize internal product and process trials on the shop floor
  • Collaborate for best practice standardization across the organization

Benefits

  • Minimal travel requirements
  • Opportunity to drive innovation in Quality culture
  • Engagement with operators for direct problem-solving
  • Continuous learning in specialized areas
  • Supportive environment for coaching and training
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer drives innovation and enhances the Quality culture within the plant. This role involves leveraging data, process expertise, and insights from team members to identify and implement effective solutions. Responsibilities include educating, coaching, and training team members to foster a strong commitment to Quality. In addition to supporting routine Quality department functions, the Quality Engineer leads improvement initiatives across various departments, ensuring the quality and compliance of products and processes.

What you will be doing

  • Work directly on the shop floor with operators to integrate quality thinking and foster local problem-solving, facilitating a cultural transition.
  • Lead and support various manufacturing projects aimed at enhancing product quality, equipment efficiency, workplace environment, and team members' daily tasks.
  • Utilize data analysis, visual inspections, and feedback on reported concerns to identify internal product and process issues. Coordinate both short- and long-term resolutions with involved team members.
  • Actively listen to operator feedback to identify and resolve issues, utilizing available site resources to implement solutions.
  • Contribute to a learning organization by teaching and coaching shop floor personnel. Share technical knowledge and reactionary logic based on observations of process deviations.
  • Continuously pursue deeper knowledge in specific areas (such as extrusion, painting, fabrication) to drive innovative solutions.
  • Assist in internal investigations of customer complaints and provide support for containment measures as needed.
  • Organize and oversee internal product and process trials on the shop floor.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure proper disposition of suspect materials, providing rationale for decisions and guidance.
  • Partner with colleagues across the organization to benchmark and standardize best practices.
  • Uphold high standards for quality compliance and ethical behavior within the manufacturing environment, particularly in laboratories. Coach and train direct reports on compliance and ethical practices.
  • Minimal travel -


What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering.
  • Trained in proactive problem-solving with expertise in various structured methodologies.


Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

  • ISO 9001 Auditing Certification.
  • Ability to work openly and collaboratively with diverse leadership and departmental teams.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities.
  • Proficiency in all forms of English communication.
  • Strong and transparent communication skills with relevant departments.
  • Willingness to identify needs for change and implement effective solutions.
  • Highly motivated, creative, and results-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to efficiently manage daily, weekly, and monthly compliance activities and sampling for required certifications.


Possible work locations

About Hydro Aluminum North America

Hydro Aluminum North America is a leading producer and fabricator of aluminum products in North America. The company is a subsidiary of Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian multinational company that specializes in aluminum production. Hydro Aluminum North America operates several manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, and offers a wide range of products and services, including extruded aluminum products, rolled products, and precision tubing. The company serves a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging. Hydro Aluminum North America is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Hydro Aluminum North America
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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