The Quality Engineering function is the core of the quality group innovation.  Resources tasked with this function should be true engineering minds, with an understanding of the PPAP Process, who can see inefficiencies, and thrive on the shop floor working to solve problems alongside the operators.  They should be proficient in mass scale data analysis and interpretation and can communicate with and can relate to the mindset of an operator.  Resources in these positions should be highly proficient in training and coaching. 

What you will be doing

• Daily Shop Floor Problem Solving:  Works almost exclusively on the shop floor daily alongside operators infusing quality thinking and local problem solving for cultural transition.
• Identifies Internal Issues:  Through Process Audits to scour the site for visible issues in the product and process.  Coordinates immediate resolution.
• Leads Improvement Teams:  Leads formal Optimization Team related to product quality alongside Genesis and OpEx.  Listens to operator feedback on issues that need resolved. 
• Trains / Coaches Shop Floor Personnel:  Supports learning organization initiative through daily teaching / coaching on the shop floor.  Imparts technical knowledge of the process and reactionary logic based on process deviation observation.
• Becomes Technical Process Expert:  Becomes a subject matter expert in area of coverage (extrusion, paint, fab., etc.).
• Supports FSE in Customer Claim Resolution:  Supports internal investigation of customer claims and complaints.
• Manages / Mitigates Process Variation:  Develops SPC tools and works to manage the output response to special cause variation.  Mitigates deviations in R2R.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Metallurgy or Engineering-related degree or relevant work experience.
• Must be able to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.  
• Must have a knowledge of APQP documentation and PPAP’s.