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Embark on a thrilling career journey with PWR Performance Products, a true success story that began with a father and son's vision. We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 500 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange. Join our vibrant team in our state-of-the-art facility, featuring advanced technologies including a controlled atmosphere brazing furnace, CNC machine shop, and an in-house wind tunnel. Be part of our rapid growth, shaping the future of our traditional markets and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defense. Now is the perfect time to join us as we drive innovation and meet unprecedented demand. Unleash your potential and be part of our exciting journey.
Why Join PWR?
- A career not just a job. We’re serious about supporting our people build fantastic careers and have a commitment to promoting from within. Multiple members of our executive team started in our entry level positions.
- Free uniforms that not only ensure a professional appearance but also eliminate the hassle and expense of maintaining a work wardrobe.
- All employees receive 50% off all PWR products. We also have great discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.
- Work with the latest and greatest technology.
- Experience PWR’s thriving and inclusive company culture, where our long-standing staff members reflect our commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.
- We value and recognize outstanding achievements through our recognition program, which includes monetary rewards for Employee of the Year, Apprentice of the Year, Employee of the Month, and Apprentice of the Quarter.
The Opportunity:
This is a great opportunity to join our Indianapolis team as a Quality Engineer where you will be at the forefront of ensuring the highest standards of quality in our innovative cooling products. You will assist the Quality Director in the continued development, maintenance, implementation, and improvement of the PWR North America Quality System. The ideal candidate will resolve product quality issues, manage product quality planning, and lead initiatives to improve our quality management systems. This position will play a key role as part of the team developing all quality documents that support APQP and FAIR/PPAP requirements for projects. There will need to be a strong production floor presence to monitor and evaluate actual conditions to the project requirements. This role requires a self-starter that requires minimal supervision, looking to develop professionally alongside a fast-growing company where they can contribute their skills.
Specific Duties of the Role:
- Support One PWR philosophy and engage with global quality team
- Resolve product quality issues raised by customers promptly and effectively
- Manage product quality planning and control processes based on customer specifications and requirements, including process maps, control plans, DFMEAs and PFMEAs aligned to APQP and PPAP requirements
- Prepare and update all necessary quality reports as required by customers (e.g. FAIRs / ISIRs)
- Assist with the training and guide the Quality Control (QC) team in identifying and developing problem-solving methodologies to resolve quality issues
- Assist in new product development activities to preemptively address potential quality issues
- Prepare and maintain product quality documentation based on customers' requirements, adhering to AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 specifications
- Develop product quality processes based on industry standards
- Support customer and supplier audits when required ensuring compliance and address any challenges or opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with the Quality Engineering team to improve the quality management system based on audit results
- Address customer issues in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction
- Work alongside production and engineering managers to assess existing processes for performance, risk, and opportunities
- Support nonconformity reporting process through the ERP system and attend nonconformity meetings when required
- Analyze and improve enterprise-wide processes with adhering to AS9100, ISO, and NADCAP standards
- Compliance to ITAR and EAR requirements aligned to policies and procedures
- When required, support management of stock levels and shelf-life of incoming raw chemical, lubricants, and calibrated equipment
- Management regarding calibration of equipment for cross functional departments, raising purchase orders and liaising with the procurement team
- Support TUS and SAT reporting ensuring traceability is maintained in when presenting evidence during scheduled audits
- Lead and coordinate 5S activities supporting cross functionally
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a similar role
- Experience with aerospace and defense program launch requirements
- Sound understanding of statistical methods for process capability studies and GRR studies.
- Root cause analysis with 5Why methodology and risk-based thinking
- Comprehensive understanding of quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO9001, and IATF 16949
- Comprehensive APQP process knowledge and experience working with CAD and AutoCAD
- Competence in 6 Sigma methodologies
- Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and SPC (Statistical Process Control)
- Strong understanding of technical documentation
- Able to interpret quality data and perform internal audits
- Ability to train staff in quality procedures and problem-solving techniques
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage projects and drive quality initiatives
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 2-3 years of experience in a quality or engineering position
- Able to read drawings and interpret specifications.
- Experienced with manufacturing quality requirements.
- Good communication skills at all levels
- Experienced with Microsoft Office and computer skills.
- Well detailed and disciplined to effectively manage documents and data
- Work with/lead cross functional teams for the projects assigned
- Must be able to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution
Health & Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all WHS policies as outlined in the HR Manual and Employment Policy guide
- Participate and contribute in all WHS Toolbox meetings
- Participate in department WHS, Fire and Evacuation and Emergency training
- Demonstrate a high degree of safety awareness
If you would like to be considered, please apply via Indeed today.
PWR North America is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on sex, race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or other protected characteristics. It is PWR North America’s policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate based on an employee’s own ability, achievement, experience, conduct, and other legitimate business reasons
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Indianapolis, IN 46268 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Indianapolis, IN 46268: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
