Quality - Quality Engineer

Metal Technologies•Three Rivers, MI

About The Position

The Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining the current quality system, reviewing customer quality requirements, containing and resolving problems, and working with customers and suppliers to address concerns. The role performs internal quality audits, assists with supplier audits and development, and supports plant personnel as needed. Travel to MTI and customer facilities is required. The position works in both the office and on the production floor and must comply with plant conditions. It involves remaining stationary for part of the workday, standing on the production floor, moving throughout the office and plant, operating a computer and other plant machinery, and communicating frequently with employees and other individuals in person and by telephone.

Requirements

Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
Excellent team leadership skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Competent in using personal computers, software, and systems.
In-depth working knowledge of PPAP, APQP, DOE, SPC, and 8D.
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008 / IATF 16949:2009 standards and their requirements.
Proficiency in GD&T and blueprint reading.
Working knowledge of quality systems, practices, and principles.
One of the following: a Professional Engineering certification with at least 3 years of professional experience; or at least 7 years of engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related field.
Experience with engineering-related computer systems and capabilities, such as 2D CAD, CAE, Pro-E, or MAGMA.

Responsibilities

Attend customer meetings as needed.
Visit customers to follow up on customer rejects and concerns.
Perform scrap reviews and report findings using a standardized format.
Participate in problem-resolution teams and special projects, including launch, problem-solving, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing teams.
Assist with training and developing hourly personnel on quality specifications.
Investigate product defects and recommend modifications to products, processes, or quality standards as warranted.
Maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers, and plant personnel.
Monitor internal quality-system performance and report findings and recommendations to the Quality Manager and appropriate plant personnel.
Assist with documentation and submission of PPAP for new and changed products.
Assist in maintaining the Corrective / Preventive Action System.
Help implement best-practice processes and procedures.
Assist the Quality Manager as directed.
Perform internal quality audits and assist with supplier auditing and development.