Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer, Mishawaka , Indiana

Full-time, on-site position. Salary position, $74,000 - $89,000 / annually, plus benefits.

SUMMARY :

Quality Engineer will support the Quality Verification Manager with day-to-day activities associated with running a vehicle assembly process.

Additionally, ATS Inspect programming and educational leadership regarding ATS Inspect to the verification department is the primary responsibility for this role.

Root Cause, problem-solving skills will be required to support quality metrics within the department. Participation and leadership of continuous improvements ideas and implementation are tied to individual and department yearly metrics as well.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Establish Product Quality Standards aligned with customer requirements.
• Lead and support APQP process planning and validation for new production programs and ongoing change including development of PFMEAs, Special Characteristics identification, and associated Control Plans.
• Lead internal 8D activities.
• Develop Quality plans and continuously improve the effectiveness of production Quality Control Loops (Build, Confirm and Audit Effectiveness).
• Lead and conduct cross-discipline problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives for improving build quality using methodologies such as 8D and Lean Six Sigma (LSS).
• Develop and continuously improve Quality procedures, processes, and acceptance standards.
• Interface with other departmental personnel such as quality and engineering, along with Government engineering.
• Manage product quality containment for process, supplier, or engineering non-conformances.
• Lead and support Quality functions including dimensional layout, corrosion lab, and gage calibration, electrical testing, Dynamic Vehicle Testing, as required.
• Lead and manage Quality System changes supporting new model and engineering change.
• Coach and guide less experienced engineers in the execution of the Quality Engineering function.
• Leadership and support for Quality Business Plan Deployment, Integrated Product Team (IPT), Product Development Teams (PDT), Engineering Change Notice (ECN), Engineering-Try-Out, and Production-Trial-Run review and approval.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

• Working knowledge of automotive electrical architecture and schematics.
• Working knowledge of automotive power systems, batteries, charging, energy consumption.
• Working knowledge of automotive CAN bus and online diagnostics.
• Working knowledge of automotive diagnostic troubleshooting / codes.
• Skilled in math, sciences, IT, strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, and communication skills.
• Skilled in the use of electrical diagnostic hand tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.
• Skilled in the use of AIAG Core tools beneficial.

PHYSICAL EFFORT :

• Sight : must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing : must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate.
• Hand-Eye Coordination : must be able to regularly coordinate one's eyes with one's fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks.
• Manual Dexterity : must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Agility : must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company's property surrounding facility, or additional work areas.
• Climbing / Kneeling : must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance.
• Lifting : must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance.
• Physical Strength : must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups.
• Stamina : must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Physical Location : This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours.

The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and / or while exposed to constant / intermittent loud noises.

• Teamwork : This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace.
• Listening Skills : This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately.
• Ability to follow instructions : Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently.
• Methodical approach : Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line.
• Concentration : This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes.

This role is often fast-paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS :

Up to 25% travel may be required.

About Us :

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