Quality Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Manage overall plant continual improvement, PPAP submissions, preventative and corrective action activities to reduce / eliminate customer complaints, internal defects / PPM’s and waste.

Contribute to maintaining a Quality Management System

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for continual improvement in Quality performance measurable.

Manage Continual Improvement and Corrective Action activities through leadership / development of the team.

Manage process orientated Internal Audits to drive continual improvement, reinforce / develop company standards.

Continually improve relationships and company’s position with Customers and Suppliers through direct interface and strong leadership.

Responsible for APQP participation, submission of PPAP’s, develop and implement control plans for facility and Maintain Quality documentation as assigned.

Manage PFMEA document to drive preventative actions throughout the facility (with APQP and Corrective Actions input).

Manage all Customer concerns relative to quality performance.

Oversee / Perform calibration on lab equipment and process gauges as required, and address all lab equipment concerns.

Support and train quality auditors and other personnel as required to ensure that the products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the Quality Management System.

Actively participate in the Six Sigma, 5S and Lean Manufacturing processes to drive continual improvements and eliminate waste.

Manage and maintain visual samples, and posting of Quality reports throughout the facility

Oversee and Perform Gauge R&R analysis, maintain customer requirements and upgrade as required.

Prepare the inspection test plan, determine measurement points, manage and maintain dimensional part layouts as required.

Supervise and manage quality testing projects.

Other duties as assigned

Required Competencies, Skills and Experience

Blue Print Reading, and GD&T knowledge

Hands on metrology experience, knowledge of calibration

Hands on preparation of PPAP, knowledge of AIAG 5 Core Tools

Direct experience working with customers

Previous experience working with ISO / IATF 16949 standards

Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to train other

Communication / listening skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

MS Office suite with intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Preferred Skills

ASQ CQE certification

Six Sigma certification / training

Previous automotive experience

Knowledge of customer specific Requirements

Working knowledge and use of CMM

Education and Job Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent field

At least 1-3 years’ working experience in plastics injection

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions with

Excellent comprehension skills than can be used in the analysis, and evaluation of daily issues

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear

The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms

The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally maneuver up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception

Must be able to stand continuously for the duration of scheduled shift, if required

Work Environment

The position requires the ability to work in non-climate controlled plant areas and climate controlled office areas.

This position is exposed to noisy plant areas, and forklift traffic.

This position requires the ability to walk on concrete floors, lift up to 30 pounds, perform repetitive keystrokes on a continual basis, and occasionally bend, kneel, twist, and reach.

The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Engineered Plastic Components is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please indicate this on your application / cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Company Description

EPC is a one-stop shop for plastic injection molded products. With world-class quality and manufacturing standards, state of the art equipment and highly experienced engineers we are here to take your idea from concept to product.

Company Description

EPC is a one-stop shop for plastic injection molded products. With world-class quality and manufacturing standards, state of the art equipment and highly experienced engineers we are here to take your idea from concept to product.