Quality Engineer
Position Summary
The Quality Engineer is responsible for performing inspections, establishing quality assurance testing models, and contributing to the development of quality control policies in a manufacturing plant. This role involves coordinating day-to-day plant quality activities, implementing and maintaining quality procedures and systems, and actively participating in continuous quality improvement initiatives. As outlined below, there will be opportunities to partner directly with the Manufacturing Engineering team in addition to QE responsibilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
• Maintain day-to-day coordination of plant quality activities in accordance with QMS procedures.
• Assist the Quality Manager in implementing and maintaining quality procedures and systems (Internal Audits, Layered Process Audits, Gauge Calibration, etc).
• Monitor and coordinate the corrective action system at the plant level.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Quality department requirements, including process control, inspection and test, SPC, and performance tracking.
• Conduct R&R studies and ensure compliance with PPAP submittal and approval requirements for both suppliers and customers.
• Perform capability studies as required and drive quality improvements for current and new products.
• Maintain required recordkeeping to document and sustain quality control processes.
• Participate actively in plant continuous quality improvement activities (Scrap/Rework/CoQ reduction, etc).
• Manage and maintain supplier development programs.
• Additional responsibilities and support may include assisting Manufacturing Engineering team with:
• Evaluate and perform Kaizen continuous improvements to manufacturing processes.
• Optimize efficiency/minimize waste
• Performing receiving inspection on components from suppliers
• Evaluate plant layout improvements for most efficient incoming/outgoing inventory
• Become proficient on assembly line controller, Ingersoll Rand torque gun controllers.
• Be able to quickly diagnose issues with assembly line and correct as needed.
• Interface with customer regarding engineering changes to the product.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
• 2-year or associate’s degree from an accredited college with a major in Engineering/Engineering Technology or a similar field, along with at least five (5) years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient skills in disciplined problem-solving methodologies and techniques (8D preferred).
• Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Background in IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
• Proven communication (verbal and written), analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (experience with SharePoint a plus).
• Action-oriented individual with a result-driven mindset.
• Strong interpersonal communication and team development skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• 4-year or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a major in Engineering/Engineering Technology or a similar field, along with at least three (3) years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CATIA V5, Pro/E, AutoCAD, UG, or related CAD software.
• CMM experience preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing quality experience.
• Project management and customer interaction experience preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Visa Sponsorship
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Truck Transportation
Quality Assurance
Full-time