Quality Assurance Engineer

Nidec Motor Corporation • Mankato, MN

18d • $72,600 - $108,900 • Onsite

About The Position

Nidec is hiring a Quality Assurance Engineer to support quality activities by establishing quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. The role supports supplier and customer quality, manufacturing process improvement, audits, inspection, calibration, and quality systems at the North Mankato, Minnesota facility. The position is onsite, works Monday through Friday on first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and may require occasional travel of up to 5%.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing or a related area.
• Good leadership skills.
• Good process management skills.
• Ability to develop employees in manufacturing processes.
• Good problem-solving skills and familiarity with problem-solving methodologies.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to resolve problems and recognize opportunities with little direction.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be a sole U.S. citizen for the North Mankato facility.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience in electrical generation is preferred.
• ASQ certification is desired but not required.
• Spanish as a second language is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and/or lead 6S events, Kaizen, and LEAN Enterprise activities.
• Develop suppliers to meet quality requirements and qualify new suppliers.
• Support customer complaints through timely problem resolution and failure analysis.
• Guide inspection staff in dispositioning non-conforming material and interpreting print GD&T.
• Develop Quality Control Plans and PPAPs for new products, and implement lean manufacturing and error-proofing strategies on the production floor.
• Perform internal ISO9000 self-assessment audits and support external customer and agency audits of the QA system.
• Work with calibration staff to resolve calibration problems, reduce operating costs, and improve measurement and test equipment performance.
• Lead factory improvement projects focused on cost reduction and improved quality.
• Write and revise operating procedures to reflect new or changed practices and external agency certification requirements.
• Develop quality control systems that improve customer satisfaction and are compatible with the ERP system.
• Assist the QA Manager with plant and department quality performance metrics to measure, report, and act on quality indicators.
• Adapt to and abide by the 3Q6s principles.
• Travel occasionally, up to 5%, to support supplier and customer needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage effective from the first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match on the employee’s first 6%, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree