Quality Engineer

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.

The Quality Engineer oversees and coordinates cross-functional teams on multiple / advanced Moulding and Automation Solutions programs to ensure appropriate APQP and Quality-related PDP process steps and proactive quality tools are being properly and thoroughly executed on a timely basis.

• Ensure, with the cooperation of other Co-Ex-Tec departments, Supplier and Group Office that the division achieves and maintains the highest possible Customer rating for satisfaction; strive for zero defects in all areas of the business.
• Manage program quality by establishing back-end quality assurance on existing programs, completing Supplier and Finished Goods sampling and control plan requirements.
  • Directing the dimensional control of on-going programs; ensuring that all products shipped meet all Customer dimensional, material and systems specifications.
  • Documented deviations to those specifications, all at minimum cost.
• Visit Product Development Centres, Assembly Plants or Vendors, and issue trip reports on those visits as determined by the Quality Manager.
• Independently design, execute and evaluate quality systems particular to assigned products, including:
  • Control plans,
  • Check fixture designs & approvals
  • Customer sampling plans and documentation
  • Changes in Customer requirements
• Manage applicable field support activities to ensure effective containment and timely closure of quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and supervise in plant containment system,ie Sorts, Quality Gates / GP-12,
• Lead problem solving for applicable customer quality concerns (customer specific reports: 8D, 7 Step, 5 Phase, Is/Is Not, 6 Panel, etc.)
• Leads Plant trials for Engineering changes, Tool Moves and New Program Launches
• Lead/Participate/Approve Customer PPAP timing (Phased PPAP), NMR, traX activities.
  • Lead the PPAP (Product Part Approval Process) activities and submit requirements for approval.
  • Obtain Customer approvals on all parts and quality systems.
  • Ensure that all appropriate Customer requirements are meet and retain documentation / evidence.
• Ensure all APQP / traX requirements are known, tracked and adhered to using planned program milestones and completed as required.
  • Assist in developing GD&T requirements and/or review of GD&T requirements (Finished Goods / Components).
  • Identify SPC (Statistical Process Control) requirements.
  • Coordinate and participate in Internal/Supplier Drawing Reviews
  • Participate in PFMEA review and team sign off
  • Prepare, complete, and maintain Control Plans and Inspection Instruction Sheets.
  • Co-develop PV Test Plan schedule to meet program timing and requirements.
  • Source Test Fixtures & Build / Prepare Test Parts
  • Obtain completed Test Report PV,
  • Lead Test Incident Report investigation and corrective action.
  • Develop and Maintain Customer attachment/contact point list and documentation.
  • Assist Manufacturing Engineering in preparation and approval of Assembly Work Instructions
  • Support Raw Materials & Component Receiving Inspection Matrix and Instructions.
  • Coordinate and ensure signoff / concurrence of control plan / attachment point checklist in conjunction with Mistake Proof Evaluation Procedure
• Ensure all products (purchased and manufactured) are to the appropriate engineering change level.
• Facilitate supplier deviation requests (i.e. SRCD’s) through CET, ESE & Customer with the supply base.
• Initiate and/or participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Follow all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures.
• Participates in quality systems audits with customer and external auditors as required.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety
• (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.
• Promote and comply with health, safety, and environmental standards, safe operating procedures, good housekeeping practices and the observance of protective equipment requirements at all times.
• Attend authorized training in order to develop and/or maintain relevant job-related knowledge, techniques, skills, and/or certification.
• Any other reasonable duty required by Management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-Secondary Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate engineering or technical field
• ASQ “Certified Quality Engineer” certification preferred.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in quality manufacturing or a related field, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Able to read and interpret automotive engineering drawings, including GD&T, and math data (CAD).
• Thorough understanding of dimensional measurement techniques.
• Working knowledge of statistical techniques including some familiarity with experimental design, SPC and charting, measurement systems analysis, relevant knowledge of SQC / SPC computer applications etc.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and procedures, ie, IATF 19649.
• Well-developed communication, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical abilities.
• Sound computer skills, including knowledge of software in current use.
• Abele to cope with Deadlines and follow through to close issues.
• Problem Solving and Results Orientated work ethics.
• Independent focus on Customer Obsession and Continues Improvement
• Working with Minimal Supervision.