Mercury Marine - Quality Engineer, Assembly

Brunswick Boat Group•Fond du Lac, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Quality team, you will work with outboard assembly product lines with an emphasis on cowling assembly, and report to the Assembly Quality Manager. The main role of this position will be to maintain quality assurance procedures, practices, and standard evaluation methods that ensure product quality and integrity to minimize process variation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or equivalent combination of education and experience in manufacturing
One or more years of experience with engineering in a manufacturing setting
Possess a mechanical aptitude with the ability to reason through problems and suggest workable solutions
Must be detail oriented, with the ability to pay very close attention to specifications
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and basic statistics
Proficient knowledge of PC software including Word, Excel, and Power Point
Working knowledge of pertinent assembly manufacturing and inspection techniques
Ability to guide supervision in making proper decisions relative to product and process control issues
Self-motivated with the ability to learn and lead by example, utilizing a good work ethic and a positive attitude
Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and follow-up skills
Ability to be flexible and able to manage diverse and/or changing priorities and assignments
Ability to lead, work with, and instruct others in related job functions
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

ASQ – Certified Quality Engineer, Quality Auditor, Quality Inspector or Quality Technician is desired
Demonstrated history of problem-solving skills and root cause analysis
Ability to organize data, perform statistical process analyses, and draw meaningful conclusions
Ability to read and understand GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Strong computer skills including knowledge of software such as Power BI and Power Apps
Knowledge of quality tools including Process Mapping, PFMEA, Validation Studies, MSA, and Control Plans
Experience in Lean Manufacturing and 5S
Bilingual - ability to speak both English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Work to support manufacturing by reducing process or product variation, using root cause corrective action methods
Lead formal problem-solving projects including completion and documentation of corrective action requests
Utilize and understand engineering drawings, and understand tolerances and key product features
Perform dimensional inspections of parts utilizing calipers, micrometers, and other hand-held gauges
Recommend design changes or improvements in production methods through FMEA or other methods as appropriate
Work with managers, supervisors, engineers, technicians, and operators to assist with training as required
Lead manufacturing's non-conforming material process as required, and identify scrap reduction opportunities
Organize quality spill resolution, including part sorts, containment activities, and creating quality alerts
Institute visual aids and quality alerts to support assembly operations
Perform internal process, product, and ISO audits as directed, to ensure assembly conformance to requirements
Initiate or review deviations, FMEAs, Control Plans and other quality documents in the quality management system
Clearly communicate quality standards & concerns to supervision and support staff
Commitment to health and safety (both in the office, laboratory, and in the plant)