4-year technical degree in science, engineering, or quality; engineering preferred
5-8 years of experience as a quality engineer or equivalent in a corporate/manufacturing setting, ideally in automotive tier I supplier
CQE certification preferred
Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred
Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 standards and APQP methodology
Responsibilities
Gather and analyze quality performance data
Participate in quality and continuous improvement team activities
Engage in process quality planning, including FMEA and control plan development
Provide quality and problem-solving support/training to plant staff
Supervise and guide quality-related positions, including training and performance evaluation
Maintain positive relationships with corporate, employees, customers, and vendors to resolve quality issues
Benefits
Opportunities for career advancement through coaching and development
Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives
Supportive team-oriented environment
Exposure to advanced quality methodologies and standards
Potential for professional certifications and training
Full Job Description
Overview
Gathers, reports, and analyzes quality performance data, as necessary.
Participates in quality and continuous improvement team activities, as necessary.
Participates in process quality planning, including Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA); process control Plan development; and Quality Instructions, as needed.
Provides quality and problem-solving support/training to the plant, as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for providing technical guidance and direction to positions including but not limited to Customer Quality Specialist, Quality Systems Coordinator, Quality Inspectors, Lab and Calibration Technicians, and clerks. Day to day supervision responsibilities include determining departmental training needs, evaluation of subordinate job performance, recommend salary/title changes, and determining hiring actions. Coaching and developing employees for future career advancement and to assure accountability and adherence to established policies and procedures.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Maintain positive corporate, employee, customer and vendor working relationships to enable resolution of the most difficult quality issues.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, Certifications:
Minimum of 4 year technical degree in science, engineering or quality. Prefer degree in engineering
5-8 years related experience as a quality engineer or equivalent at a corporate and/or manufacturing plant, preferably a tier I supplier in the automotive industry
CQE preferred
Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred
Competencies, Skills, Knowledge:
Demonstrate leadership skills
Proficient in problem solving - root cause analysis, 5 why, etc.
Must be quality and customer oriented
Must have strong problem solving skills
Knowledgeable in IATF 16949 quality standards; APQP methodology; Control Plans, FMEAs, and PPAPs
Knowledgeable in Six Sigma and Lean tools
Familiarity with Quality Operating Systems
Must be able to work independently and in a team-oriented environment on multiple projects
Strong skills in statistical methods
Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
