Quality Engineer Principal

Oshkosh-posted 3 months ago
$82,000 - $132,800/Yr
Full-time
Milwaukee, WI
5,001-10,000 employees
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
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Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions. The role will lead continuous improvement around safety, quality, business, and manufacturing processes with emphasis on eliminating process waste. The role will use structured quality improvement tools to drive and eliminate process waste. Design complex new processes and re-engineer existing processes to product outcomes that meet safety, quality and business expectations.

  • Lead continuous improvement of quality control testing, detection and defect prevention.
  • Lead resolution of complex quality issues using problem solving methodology and engaging cross functional teams.
  • Mentor and train Quality Inspectors and Quality Analysts in process improvement activities.
  • Communicate effectively and work inter-functionally with Employee Teams, Quality, Engineering, Global Procurement & Supply Chain (GPSC), Contracts, Sales and Manufacturing to resolve complex quality related issues, deficiencies and improve processes.
  • Serve as subject matter expert in all product platforms to provide versatile support.
  • Facilitate quality led forums with various teams providing business impact, risk assessment and data-based guidance.
  • Lead the identification and implementation of lean manufacturing or six-sigma projects.
  • Lead teams in applying the six sigma DMAIC methodology to eliminate waste.
  • Perform process capability studies internally and externally.
  • Design and improve process inputs to gain desired outcome.
  • Improve processes to reduce common cause variability and eliminate special cause.
  • Establish control plans to prevent process backsliding for consolidation of gains.
  • Analyze process constraints and develop standards to overcome constraints.
  • Investigate/analyze and benchmark industry practices for process validation assessments.
  • Implement effective corrective and preventative actions utilizing structured planning methods.
  • Partner to set purchase specifications, PPAP, and lead receiving inspections quality audits and define quality contractual requirements.
  • Contribute to maintenance of ISO/IATF certifications and compliance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Five (5) or more years of experience.
  • Six-sigma certification & CQE.
  • Must interpret technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, etc.
  • Advanced training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods.
  • Experience with structured problem-solving techniques utilizing computer applications.
  • Customer quality audit experience.
  • Competitive total rewards package.
  • People-first culture.
  • Opportunities to support team member growth and success.
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