Quality Engineer

LAKE CABLE, LLC•Valparaiso, IN

11d

About The Position

For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business. The Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Manager and work closely with the Quality Supervisor to address non-conforming material issues (Red Tags), initiate and manage corrective actions, develop procedures, and best practices, and identify and resolve other quality issues. The Quality Engineer will use quality and problem-solving tools (e.g. root cause analysis) to bring about solutions. This person will work with all aspects of Lake Cable and with a variety of personnel to create and maintain world-class quality at Lake Cable.

Requirements

Experience with polymer processing (extrusion preferred)
Knowledge of and ability to use problem solving tools such as root cause analysis, 5 Why, and fishbone diagrams.
Ability to lead teams and run meetings.
Ability to evaluate and analyze complex process data.
Experience with working in multi-functional teams
Ability to present data and conclusions to technical and non-technical audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Use micrometers, calipers, and other handheld measurement instruments.
Ability to manage workload to achieve delivery dates.
Experience with reading and interpreting industry standards.
Must read, write, and communicate in English.
Microsoft Access
B.S. in Engineering in one of the following specialties: Quality, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Processing.
3+ years in a Quality Engineer role - preferred

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish
Mechanical Aptitude
ISO 9001 systems
Wire and cable manufacturing
Understanding of statistics
Statistical process control
5S experience
Understanding of calibration

Responsibilities

Administer the non-conforming material (Red Tag) system
Identify the appropriate disposition of non-conforming material
Record and tabulate red tag information (e.g. cost of poor quality, frequency and quantity)
Work on system improvements to prevent non-conforming material
Work with other departments to resolve red tags
Administer the corrective action system
Organize and lead corrective action teams
Assist in implementing corrective action solutions
Perform analyses to assure corrective actions are working and effective
Interface with customers on quality issues
Interface with suppliers on quality issues
Work with procedures and best practices
Assist in identifying where procedures will be beneficial and useful
Write procedures for the Quality Department
Assist others in writing procedures
Train others on procedures and quality
Create and report periodic quality metrics
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate the equipment needs of the Quality Department and research available options
Support quality testing and inspection when necessary
Participate on the Safety Team
Coordinate with Bensenville, IL plant on quality initiatives
Perform other duties not necessarily outlined above as assigned
Adhere to company practices, disciplines, and accepted standards of ethics and behavior