Description:
Position Summary:
The Quality Engineer is responsible to
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support Quality Management system in collaboration with other employees, suppliers and customers,
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lead resolution of quality issues in plastics blow molding machines, which consist of mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydraulics, electrical, electronics and software components,
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work with and/or lead cross-functional teams in resolution of product and process nonconformities by root cause analysis, planning and driving to completion action plans and engineering changes,
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provide training and assure compliance with requirements,
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utilize quality core tools and enforce quality management principles,
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support achievement of quality objectives and improvement of quality, safety and productivity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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perform visual and measurement inspections and evaluate compliance of products and processes,
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identify, document and communicate information concerning nonconformities and quality issues,
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collect, organize, analyze and present findings and data,
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prepare quality documents and records,
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utilize quality tools such as Pareto, SPC, GR&R and DOE,
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act as a customer liaison and lead resolution of customer complaints,
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oversee and assist suppliers with interpretation of quality requirements, investigation, root cause analysis and planning and implementation of corrections and corrective actions, while leading cross-functional teams, working independently and in a group setting,
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interface with customer contacts to clarify customer requirements and close customer complaints,
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evaluate and assist in development of product and process inspection criteria, key characteristics, inspection and sampling plans,
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represent Quality department in design and launch reviews,
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conduct internal audits and support management reviews,
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evaluate, process and approve document change requests,
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read drawings and schematics, evaluate correct application of GD&T, proper use of process and material specifications and designation of key characteristics for inspection,
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support measurement and analysis of KPI scores,
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follow applicable procedures and work instructions, use forms to create quality records,
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facilitate control of documents and records,
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support other Uniloy plants in implementation of initiatives of the Tecumseh, MI headquarters,
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reinforce product and workplace safety requirements,
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perform other professional duties assigned by Quality Manager.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor degree from an accredited academic institution,
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3 years of experience working as Quality Engineer at ISO 9001 certified company.
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Advanced user experience in MS Office applications.
Preferred qualifications:
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studies or knowledge in some or all of the following: mechanical, electromechanical, mechatronics and electronics components, metals and plastics processing, machinery, tooling, plastics extrusion and molding, metrology and GD&T, AIAG core tools, leading Kaizen events and product and process validation,
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ASQ CQE and other certifications,
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ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification,
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experience in management of supplier quality affairs, including CAPA plans, scorecards and supplier audits,
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experience operating or programming a CMM,
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experience working in Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulated environment,
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experience using ERP systems, i.e.: Epicor, 3DX, etc.
Personal traits:
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able to communicate clearly and professionally,
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proficient in technical writing,
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motivated, self-driven and organized,
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exercises caution and situational awareness and uses safe practices and PPE.
Work Environment:
Office and Manufacturing environments.
The Employee may be occasionally exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts in motion, risk of electrical, heat and other hazards associated with a manufacturing environment such as overhead cranes, welding, machining, moving forklift, etc.
This position requires walking, sitting, standing, bending, driving, reading, seeing, listening, speaking, concentration and an in-personal communication.
