Quality Engineer

Provides support for quality improvement through active participation in implementation and maintenance of processes that support the Quality Management System, thorough root cause investigation and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions. Reports to the Director of Quality Assurance.

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Analyze quality performance utilizing statistical and analytical tools and methods.

2. Implement methods to inspect, test and evaluate reliability and accuracy of processes, products and production equipment.

3. Develop and establish quality procedures and systems for inspection plans, quality trends, capability studies and verification/validation activities.

4. Ensure process control documents adhere with set requirements.

5. Assist in on time processing of non-conformances.

6. Assist material-review disposition process through root cause investigation and Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA).

7. Root cause investigation and CAPA development for warranty claims.

8. Coordinate with suppliers and internal/external customers relating to quality trends, performance and corrective action.

9. Interact with product development personnel to initiate, review and process engineering changes and new releases.

10. Review product quality aspects such as planning, manufacturing methods and process specifications.

11. Interact with manufacturing and engineering teams to optimize documentation related to quality of products or process improvement.

12. Develop and establish quality processes and documentation to provide evidence of conformance during manufacturing.

13. Conduct QMS process, system or compliance audits as needed.

14. Assist with Cost of Quality performance evaluation and management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.

• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949 implementation and auditing.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP principles.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).

• Certification as CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) from the American Society for Quality preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Leadership Core Competencies:

• Leading Change / Change Management: Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance.

• Leading People / Teamwork: Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives.

• Communication: Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization.

• Business Acumen: Understands and interprets business financials and metrics and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively.

• Results Driven : Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science field.

• Five years previous experience in a quality engineer, quality assurance, or related role.

• Five years previous experience working in a manufacturing facility.

Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).