What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Cielo Projects?
Company Description
SUMMARY
A high-volume precision machine shop is seeking a Quality Engineer to join its team in Walker, MI. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring proper engineering techniques to allow the manufacturing processes to produce a quality product.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Set detailed guidelines on what needs to be checked and what the quality standards are
• Recommend measures to optimize operations while maintaining quality
• Update Quality Management System (QMS) with incidents, fixes and improvements
• Audit systems based on IATF16949 requirements
• Monitor the entire production cycle and perform regular tests to identify potential malfunctions as early as possible; identify the root of technical issues and recommend fixes
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process or system
• Review current blueprints, GD&T, and quality documentation
• Support in the development, deployment and adherence of product and process auditing
• Ensure all control plans and associated documentation are implemented effectively and maintained
• Drive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues that arise as quickly and efficiently as possible to prevent compromising quality and safety standards
• Provide technical advice in specialized quality assurance technology such as statistical techniques (e.g. Statistical Process Control [SPC], etc.), quality codes, and regulations.
• Participate in the investigation of technical problems, as well as the establishment of procedures and CAPA (Corrective And Preventative Actions) to avoid recurrences.
• Additional duties may be assigned, as required.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field preferred (relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of education); ASQ certification a plus
• 3 years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Recent experience working with data-driven analytical methodologies for industrial quality applications – especially Statistical Process Control [SPC], Six Sigma, Process Capability (Cp, CpK), and/or Process Performance (Pp, PpK) Analysis
• Experience working with Process Improvement and/or Continuous Improvement practices (e.g. Kaizen, DMAIC, Gemba/Genba, Root-Cause Analysis [RCA]; etc.)
• High level critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information in a clear, concise, manner while building relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• An inherent sense of urgency to drive great results while being precise in executing work
• Ability to create and communicate a clear project plan, tracking progress, and keeping stakeholders informed
• Ability to think outside the box to come up with innovative solutions to new challenges
• Ability to influence without authority and drive enthusiasm
• A customer-focused (internal and external) mindset, with the ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Time management skills to organize daily planning and monthly activities and meet deadlines
• Ability to shift priorities quickly without losing attention to detail
Additional Information
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
Must have a complete understanding and working knowledge of all job related Policies, Procedures, and Instructions.
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
Must completely understand that the safety of our employees is our number one concern. Therefore, in the event that I witness an unsafe act, I will take immediate action up to and including stopping production on a machine.
