Quality Engineer

Grede • Reedsburg, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Grede is seeking a Quality Engineer to provide engineering services for developing and enhancing quality control systems and procedures. The primary goal is to create high-quality castings that consistently fulfill customer expectations. Grede values its employees as its most important asset and is dedicated to operating in an environmentally responsible manner, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all. Employees are expected to uphold responsibilities, adhere to acceptable business principles, and demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity. Grede also actively supports transitioning service members and military veterans by offering career opportunities that align with their skills. As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges, recognizing that full-time employment can be a significant step towards long-term success.

Requirements

• Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or equivalent, with three to five years’ experience.
• Supervise diversified work, operations, or procedures.
• Make decisions within applied technology.
• Apply several available methods.
• Requires analysis and adaptation.
• Light physical exertion.
• General office working conditions, infrequent shop exposure, or travel 10-30% of the time.
• Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE.
• Candidates must reside in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Develop and recommend product quality objectives and goals.
• Work with marketing, manufacturing, and customers to establish specific quality requirements based on customer needs and expectations.
• Recommend and initiate improvements that will increase product uniformity and stability, improve quality, and promote customer satisfaction.
• Recommend improvements to simplify manufacturing process controls and appraisal systems, thereby reducing costs without compromising quality or customer satisfaction.
• Determine whether manufacturing processes and equipment have sufficient capability to meet quality requirements through appropriate statistical techniques.
• Evaluate vendor facilities, systems, products, and determine the ability to meet Grede systems and quality standards.
• Plan and implement the quality information feedback system.
• Develop and maintain quality certification and control plans for products as specified by customers.
• Participate in customer surveys, assessments, tours, and presentations of quality-related subjects.
• Write and publish quality procedures and systems manuals in conjunction with manufacturing and other support departments.
• Determine the effectiveness and adequacy of the quality system and revise as necessary to meet quality standards.
• Establish key production process characteristics and assist in developing procedures to control these factors through techniques like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Design of Experiments (DOE), etc.
• Plan and assist in the coordination of training and orientation courses in quality-related topics.
• Act as an instructor and facilitator for employee involvement groups specific to process and quality improvements.
• Analyze customer concerns and returned material to identify root causes.
• Recommend appropriate short and long-term corrective action.
• Communicate the action plan and results to customers and appropriate personnel.
• Utilize the delay time constructively by doing housekeeping or other area-improvement activities.
• Participate in area continuous improvement efforts, including Employee Involvement activities.
• Personal attendance record should remain in compliance with company guidelines.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
• Security for your future – 401(K) match to help you build long-term financial stability
• Stay healthy and supported – Wellness programs and access to a Worksite Wellness Center
• Work-life balance that matters – Paid vacation and holidays so you can recharge
• Extra perks to help you succeed – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and PPE allowances

What This Job Offers

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