Quality Engineer

Reading Truck • Reading, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer is responsible to assist/lead employees in achieving expected safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost targets for the team ensuring the product is conforming prior to customer delivery. The QE will oversee the inspection process and be instrumental in helping develop quality standards, completing audits, and developing the metrics necessary to adhere to the Quality Management System. The role will identify best practices, processes, and assist in standard work for the integration into Reading’s Quality Management System to ensure consistent high-quality results.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a quality control/quality assurance position.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Must have hands-on experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Computer experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in supplier quality functions
• Frequent standing (up to 8 hours), bending stooping, squatting, reaching overhead, crawling (may be in confined spaces).
• Occasional sitting, walking, pushing.
• Perform repetitive tasks with your hands, ability to climb ladders and/or work in high places
• Must be capable of lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/ projects

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field
• Prefer 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing or a quality assurance environment
• Automotive experience a plus
• Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing principles preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment, and respond to identified safety or environmental risks with urgency
• Adhere to the company safety regulations and assist in the training and awareness of safety guidelines to new employees in the department
• Train the workforce on quality standards and inspection
• Train and audit QC Inspectors on quality standards and inspection
• Direct and supervise employees who are responsible for product measurement, inspection and testing
• Develop and execute Quality Management System processes for the quality team
• Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards of quality and reliability of finished product, including dimensional integrity
• Keep daily quality boards up to date for all key metrics
• Conduct in-process quality audits and review standards and specification requirements with production supervisor when errors or defects are detected
• Direct and coordinate the quality process, provide continuous quality improvements, and ensure the integrity of Reading’s product quality, manufacturing, certification and release activities
• Audit final inspection function to ensure all units are manufactured to customer requirements, as well as Reading’s engineering drawings, standards, and specifications
• Assist when a problem is discovered and help determine the root cause using 8D or other methods to prevent future occurrence
• Help investigate and correct customer issues and complaints relating to product quality
• Participate in and support continuous improvement activities
• Assist in the implementation of the Quality Management System
• Perform other duties as required or directed by management

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tool Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees