Kimball Electronics Group

Quality Engineering Manager

Kimball Electronics Group$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering or related field
  • Proficient in statistical analysis tools including Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, and SPC
  • Strong understanding of industry quality standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and AS9100
  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and practices
  • Proven leadership abilities with diverse team management in high-demand environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor the Quality Engineering team and technicians to achieve quality goals
  • Drive improvements in key metrics impacting customer satisfaction
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support New Product Introductions
  • Implement data-driven decisions to enhance product quality
  • Own and manage corrective actions and their closure both internally and externally
  • Analyze quality trends and develop strategies for continuous improvement
  • Facilitate quality meetings, providing comprehensive data and action items for resolution

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentoring roles
  • Involvement in cross-functional projects with diverse teams
  • Direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction
  • Engagement with industry standards and best practices
  • Potential to implement innovative quality control technologies
Full Job Description
Reporting to the Quality Manager

Position Overview

The Quality Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Quality Engineering and Quality Engineering Technician within the KEJ facility. This position will provide the strategic and tactical direction to directly impact the day-to-day quality of our products. Work directly with a cross-functional team to drive improvements to key metrics and customer satisfaction.

Quick Summary

The person in this role will be working in a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Engineering Technicians to meet and exceed customer expectations for conducting New Product Introductions and sustaining current production. The Quality Engineering Manager position will include direct communications with the customer(s) and making data driven decisions to ensure quality product is a priority above all.

To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, persistent, quality driven, a quick learner, possess good communication skills, have a positive attitude, and be able work independently, but be a team player. The Quality Engineering Manager will also help to mentor the other Quality Engineers and Quality Engineering Technicians.

Basic Background Requirements
  • Utilization of Statistical Analysis & Tools
    • Chi Square, ANOVA, DOE, SPC
  • ESD knowledge, GD&T knowledge, MSA knowledge
  • KEJ Quality Systems knowledge and International Standards (ISO)
  • Be knowledgeable of applicable customer Quality Standards and IPC Standards knowledge
    • ISO 9001
    • ISO 13485
    • AS9100
    • IATF16949
    • IPC610
    • IPC6012
  • Knowledgeable of Lean Six Sigma Strategy
  • PPAP Requirements
  • Experience in Electronics Manufacturing.
  • Strong mechanical and electronics knowledge and experience
  • Quality Corrective Action background
  • Disciplined problem solving approach
  • Project Leadership skills
  • Understanding of Lean/Six Sigma concepts and/or certification
  • Proven success in running Kaizen events.
  • Proven track record of leading 2nd party audits.
  • Problem solving techniques and processes
  • Knowledge of software and applications development processes
  • Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools
  • Experience leading a diverse team in a demanding environment


Key Performance Objectives

Short Term: (0 to 3 months)
  • Learn the Customer Requirements and Quality flow downs
  • Learn KEJ systems and controls
  • Take ownership of the CFT Quality meetings, data for the meetings, action items
  • Learn Quality and Manufacturing documentation and processes
  • Provide leadership to Quality Engineering and Quality Engineering Technicians.
  • Learn and provide input to the Quality Manager in relation to Operational Excellence


Midterm: (3 to 12 months)
  • Co-own Corrective Actions to closure internally and externally
  • Automate systems as controls and reporting
  • Reduce overall customer PPM, FPY and COPQ metrics
  • Implement data driven decisions
  • Understand the cost drivers for COPQ caused during NPI/Production and put actions in place to eliminate the associated costs
  • Analyze quality data and identify trends
  • Document implement new processes while continuously improving current processes and documentation
  • Reviews customer documentation and determines NPI/APQP requirements
  • Ensures the effective use of material, equipment and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs and support the development of quotations in response to our customer's RFQs.

About Kimball Electronics Group

Kimball Electronics Group is a global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company that specializes in producing durable electronics for the automotive, medical, industrial, and public safety markets. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Jasper, Indiana. Kimball Electronics Group has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, China, Thailand, and Poland. The company's services include design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Kimball Electronics Group is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including reducing waste and energy consumption.
Learn more about Kimball Electronics Group
Size
6,400 employees
Market Cap
$569.3 million
Industry
Net Income
$36.8 million
Founded
1961
5 Year Trend
+7.7%
Revenue
$1.2 billion
NASDAQ

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