Process Improvement Engineering

Process Improvement Engineer
The Process Improvement Engineer is responsible to assist/lead employees in achieving expected safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost targets for the team ensuring the product is conforming prior to customer delivery. The QE will oversee the inspection process and be instrumental in helping develop quality standards, completing audits, and developing the metrics necessary to adhere to the Quality Management System. The role will identify best practices, processes, and assist in standard work for the integration into Reading's Quality Management System to ensure consistent high-quality results.
The Nuts and Bolts

Maintain a safe work environment, and respond to identified safety or environmental risks with urgency
Adhere to the company safety regulations and assist in the training and awareness of safety guidelines to new employees in the department
Train the workforce on quality standards and inspection
Train and audit QC Inspectors on quality standards and inspection
Direct and supervise employees who are responsible for product measurement, inspection and testing
Develop and execute Quality Management System processes for the quality team
Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards of quality and reliability of finished product, including dimensional integrity
Keep daily quality boards up to date for all key metrics
Conduct in-process quality audits and review standards and specification requirements with production supervisor when errors or defects are detected
Direct and coordinate the quality process, provide continuous quality improvements, and ensure the integrity of Reading's product quality, manufacturing, certification and release activities
Audit final inspection function to ensure all units are manufactured to customer requirements, as well as Reading's engineering drawings, standards, and specifications
Assist when a problem is discovered and help determine the root cause using 8D or other methods to prevent future occurrence
Help investigate and correct customer issues and complaints relating to product quality
Participate in and support continuous improvement activities
Assist in the implementation of the Quality Management System
Perform other duties as required or directed by management
Skills and Abilities:
Technical Expertise - Effectively applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems; Develops technical solutions to new or highly complex problems that cannot be solved using existing methods or approaches
Communication - Ensure that others involved in projects or problem-solving are kept up to date; speaks clearly to others; tailors content of speech to the level and experience of audience; expresses ideas clearly and concisely in writing
Relationship Building – the ability to collaborate with others, develop and maintain partnerships to address problem-solving; conflict management
Analytical Thinking – the ability to tackle a problem using a systematic, logical, and sequential approach Forward Thinking - Able to forecast and be proactive within scope of work; independent
Position Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering field (preferred)
Previous experience in a quality control/quality assurance position. Prefer 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing or a quality assurance environment
Automotive experience a plus
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Must have hands-on experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Computer experience using Microsoft Office applications
Experience in supplier quality functions
Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
Frequent standing (up to 8 hours), bending stooping, squatting, reaching overhead, crawling (may be in confined spaces). Occasional sitting, walking, pushing. Perform repetitive tasks with your hands, ability to climb ladders and/or work in high places
Must be capable of lifting up to 35 lbs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks/ projects
Physical Demands/ Environmental Exposure:

Work occurs on the production floor
Ability to travel as required (10-15%)
How We Make an Impact
At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!
Some of Our Total Rewards

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tool Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program • Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.