Quality Engineer I

Regal Rexnord•Columbia City, IN

About The Position

Working within a Quality Control team of approximately 10 team members including Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Metrologists, responsible for manufacturing quality engineering activities associated with current and new production product at the Columbia City manufacturing facility. Works closely with plant personnel, Customer Service personnel, and Customers to: Complete PPAPs (Product Part Approval Process) for current and new products Manage, analyze, disposition, and report Customer returned product for potential non-conformances utilizing the RMA (Returned Material Authorization) process. Support production line quality control issues utilizing the Quality Alert system Lead and Manage Supplier Quality Issues (travel available but not required) Essential Duties and Responsibilities This position will work closely with Production Team Leaders and other plant personnel to implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing projects to improve manufacturing efficiency/quality. Works as a part of a cross-functional team to review proposed manufacturing process and bring new products to production. Develops robust manufacturing processes to produce the product in the most efficient way possible. Evaluates and updates tooling and work stations. Works closely with the Product Engineering Department on major design changes and new product development. Coordinates technical activities with suppliers when introducing new purchased components and improving existing components. Reviews quotes for manufacturing feasibility and makes design recommendations. Works with Product Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to implement internal product improvements, cost saving opportunities, etc. Manages change process at the manufacturing level (MCN-Manufacturing Change Notice) Has an active role in Lean Manufacturing activities that drive continuous improvement programs throughout the facility. Seeks out and learns about new technologies, evaluates uses of these technologies to help improve our products and processes. Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards. Effectively analyzes equipment needs and prepares thorough justification for Capital Equipment. Documents product designs and processes, applies for patents when applicable. Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations. Other duties may be assigned. Critical Competencies To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Effective and collaborative problem-solving and group facilitation skills Strong interpersonal skills: positive, persuasive, motivating Analytical problem-solver: uses technical engineering and quantitative methods to understand problems, design experimental programs, collect and analyze data, and derive practical recommendations and solutions. Strong understanding of statistical methods and tools for problem-solving Strong computer skills for communication and analysis Continually strives to build knowledge and skills specific to the products and processes Ability to function as leader, team-builder, and team-player Self-motivation, drive, energy, and resilience Ability to train and mentor others in quality principles Quantitative and fact-based decision-making approach Solid business acumen Key Performance Metrics Safety Internal and External PPM and Total Cost of Quality On time delivery Supplier PPM EBITDA Analytical Skills Ability to utilize advanced mathematical concepts such as, standard deviation, probability, statistics, factor and regression analysis. Computer skills are required (spreadsheet, word processing, project management software). Reasoning Skills Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions where limited standardization or information exists. Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems and to deal effectively with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Requirements

Effective and collaborative problem-solving and group facilitation skills
Strong interpersonal skills: positive, persuasive, motivating
Analytical problem-solver: uses technical engineering and quantitative methods to understand problems, design experimental programs, collect and analyze data, and derive practical recommendations and solutions.
Strong understanding of statistical methods and tools for problem-solving
Strong computer skills for communication and analysis
Continually strives to build knowledge and skills specific to the products and processes
Ability to function as leader, team-builder, and team-player
Self-motivation, drive, energy, and resilience
Ability to train and mentor others in quality principles
Quantitative and fact-based decision-making approach
Solid business acumen
Ability to utilize advanced mathematical concepts such as, standard deviation, probability, statistics, factor and regression analysis.
Computer skills are required (spreadsheet, word processing, project management software).
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions where limited standardization or information exists.
Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems and to deal effectively with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills
Entrepreneurial spirit
High energy level
Results-oriented
BS degree in accredited engineering or sciences program, preferred.
Minimum 2 years quality assurance experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience implementing and/or maintaining ISO-9001, TS16949 or AS9100 certification.

Nice To Haves

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) desired, but not required, however must be willing to pursue.
ASQ Certifications, preferably Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), not required, however must be willing to pursue.
ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100 or IATF 16949 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor training and certification highly desired.

Responsibilities

Complete PPAPs (Product Part Approval Process) for current and new products
Manage, analyze, disposition, and report Customer returned product for potential non-conformances utilizing the RMA (Returned Material Authorization) process.
Support production line quality control issues utilizing the Quality Alert system
Lead and Manage Supplier Quality Issues (travel available but not required)
implement and maintain Lean Manufacturing projects to improve manufacturing efficiency/quality
review proposed manufacturing process and bring new products to production
Develops robust manufacturing processes to produce the product in the most efficient way possible.
Evaluates and updates tooling and work stations.
Coordinates technical activities with suppliers when introducing new purchased components and improving existing components.
Reviews quotes for manufacturing feasibility and makes design recommendations.
implement internal product improvements, cost saving opportunities, etc.
Manages change process at the manufacturing level (MCN-Manufacturing Change Notice)
Has an active role in Lean Manufacturing activities that drive continuous improvement programs throughout the facility.
Seeks out and learns about new technologies, evaluates uses of these technologies to help improve our products and processes.
Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
Effectively analyzes equipment needs and prepares thorough justification for Capital Equipment.
Documents product designs and processes, applies for patents when applicable.
Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.