Quality Engineer

Autocar, LLC • Hagerstown, IN

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Autocar, LLC, headquartered in Hagerstown, Indiana, is a leading manufacturer of severe duty trucks. With a steady stream of innovations to their Xpeditor® line - ranging from improved ergonomic cabs and integrated controls to a new hybrid-drive refuse truck - Autocar has staked out a position as the industry's technology and innovation leader. Moreover, they have forged strong partnerships with the leading suppliers in the business, including, Allison®, Cummins®, ArvinMeritor®, Hendrickson®, and others.

You will be responsible for managing supplier quality as it relates to daily production. This includes the investigation of suspect material, ensuring the proper processing of rejected material, including the administration of SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request), RMA’s, Scrap, etc. This position will also be responsible for overseeing any Quality Technicians that may report up.

Requirements

• 3 years of relevant work experience in quality engineering and/or leadership
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to drive cohesion and collaboration among many different people & functions
• Confidence, presence, and credibility to command the respect of colleagues and senior stakeholders, especially within operational departments
• Adaptable / Flexible - being open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances
• Organizational skills, with ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MRP system
• Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment which may include dust mask, air purifying respirator (i.e., half and/or full faced), safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection.
• Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines: < 50lbs
• While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• The ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Act as the specific subject matter expert (SME) and owner of the documented process.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy and the overall process.
• Work closely with the operations manager to identify, report and solve problems.
• Optimize and organize reject quarantine area based on point of use and volume.
• Drive “Plan for Every Part” transformation and mentality as it relates to suspect material and it’s proper handling.
• Communicate clear instructions to team members.
• Train team members in accordance with company guidelines on assembly procedures.
• Create and maintain hourly/daily/weekly/monthly metrics and report daily on the same.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation that recognizes your skills, experience, and impact.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life and AD&D insurance, and short-term and long-term disability to support your well-being.
• 401(k) with a company match to help you invest in your future.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance.
• A high-impact role with real ownership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level