Quality Engineer 1st shift

Heartland Automotive, LLC.•Lafayette, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer / Quality Management System Coordinator will support Heartland in implementing and maintaining a successful automotive Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with the requirements of IATF 16949 and other relevant international standards. An amount of time not to exceed 50% will also be devoted to supporting the QA department’s documentation requirements associated with New Model Launches.

Requirements

Minimum 1-2 years automotive manufacturing experience
IATF 16949 Internal Auditor Training / Certification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with ability to work well with others in a team environment
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and present information to diverse groups
MS Office Suite proficiency
Experience writing procedures and policies
Root Cause Analysis experience or training
Willing to actively continue training through courses and seminars
Experience with AIAG core tools including PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP

Responsibilities

Organize the company’s IATF compliance program and ensure ongoing focus on maintaining certifications.
Act as a point-of-contact with third-party auditors during audits.
Manage the Internal Audit Program: schedule, coordinate, and assist in conducting internal audits; track audit nonconformities and follow up to ensure timely completion; compile and report internal audit findings for Management Review and action.
Schedule and conduct periodic QMS Management Reviews and document the outputs.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant customer and international standard requirements (e.g. ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AIAG Core Tools, China-CQC, and customer specific requirements). Understand and interpret external standards in relation to the work of the company. Provide education and consultation to other employees and departments about external standard requirements.
Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to develop and revise the Quality Management System in accordance with evolving business needs.
Assist with PFMEA, Control Plan, QVA/QVB, and general NexPrise document status management to support New Model Launch (max. 50%).
Provide systems support to HA-Lafayette in the employee’s areas of responsibility (travel 10% max).
Participate in (and lead) continuous improvement activities of various types, as opportunities arise.
Stop production or shipment in the event of nonconformity.