Quality Engineering & Assurance

Quality Assurance Position
Assure the quality elements of new product/processes are addressed at the earliest phases of new product development so that the product/process has a positive impact on plant metrics (such as Cpk, Customer PPM, Scrap, First Pass Yield, Productivity) at launch. Works with Purchasing Commodity Manager to assure high supplier quality. Supports plant quality personnel as a liaison to the division engineering and purchasing departments. Drives continuous improvement through all levels of the quality management system.
to assure critical to quality elements are successfully addressed throughout the project. Work with NPD and SPS teams to design quality into product and processes through use of the AQP process.

• Work closely with Purchasing Commodity Managers to drive high quality supplier selection, PPAP approvals, and defect reduction to improve current supply base.
• Performs quality-based systems audits, process audits and products audits as required, including reporting and corrective action follow up.
• Assist management representative with the maintenance and continual improvement of our Quality Management System key processes. This includes identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Monitor results-based quality metrics-identify and implement opportunities for improvement.

~ Four-year degree in technical, business, or related field required.

Quality Professional with 3-5 years implementing effective Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing and design environment desired.
Proven usage of statistical methods to assure quality.
Experience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly, forging), products and/or industry highly desirable.
Experience with measurement system analysis and improvement.
Frequent sitting, work at computer for extended periods of time.

Environmental Conditions

~ Office setting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.