Quality Engineer

Magna International•Lancaster, LA

About The Position

The Quality Engineer champions and makes decisions on quality-related issues within the assigned scope, ensuring customer product and engineering specifications are understood and met. The role leads quality activities for program launches, supports development and production of components, and coordinates with customers, quality assurance, engineering, manufacturing, production personnel, and subcontractors. It also contributes to continuous improvement, cost reduction, quality-system compliance, and the preparation and maintenance of program and production quality documentation.

Requirements

Post-secondary graduate with a degree or diploma in Quality Engineering, a technical degree, or equivalent work-related experience in the Quality field.
At least 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment, with knowledge of welding and assembly processes.
Computer and CAD proficiency.
Prior experience implementing TS-16949 procedures, APQP, PPAP submissions, GD&T, flow diagrams, FMEAs, control plans, statistics, fixture development, and working independently with tooling subcontractors.
Demonstrated ability to use basic measurement tools such as a height gauge, vernier, micrometer, bore gauge, and indicator.
Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis using problem-solving techniques including Drill Deep, 8D, and 5 Phase.
Advanced knowledge of customer and ISO 9001:2015 / IATF 16949:2016 requirements.
Knowledge of the B.I.W. part-to-part build-up process.
Experience with destructive testing, measurement, and metrology inspection methods.
Advanced knowledge of CMM and scan reporting structures and analysis.
Basic stamping knowledge regarding B.I.W. components and understanding of how they are built into assemblies.
Experience managing suppliers and related supplier issues.
Advanced knowledge of quality-system development, QSB+, and BIQS systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Strong communication skills.
Good organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate and facilitate cross-functional team meetings.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrates urgency and the ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple demands.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Act as a champion and decision maker for quality-related issues within the scope of responsibility.
Maintain a thorough understanding of customer product and engineering specifications.
Lead program launch activities from the quality perspective.
Coordinate quality-related tasks and responsibilities for production personnel.
Train and mentor quality and production personnel on customer requirements and other quality topics as needed.
Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-reduction activities.
Work with MSC personnel on APQP and with cross-functional teams to develop new and existing components to meet customer deadlines.
Implement procedures and processes during prototype stages of product launches in compliance with customer-specific requirements.
Coordinate, prepare, and implement new program fixture builds, managing cost, timing, and quality to meet customer and division standards.
Participate in developing and maintaining PFMEAs.
Review problem reports and responses to ensure resolutions prevent recurrence.
Evaluate dimensional issues and develop countermeasures on new programs with the project coordinator and/or customer.
Liaise among customers, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Manufacturing, and subcontractors.
Plan and prepare PPAP submissions for new products and engineering changes in line with customer deadlines and requirements, including PSO/SQMS and Run @ Rate.
Maintain confidentiality when managing customer-sensitive documents and data that drive process and product changes.
Develop and maintain Quality Assurance Control Plan Package documentation and procedures for pre-launch and production.
Evaluate quality issues using appropriate problem-solving techniques, CAD, statistics, and GD&T as required.
Assist with TS-16949 and ISO 14000 implementation and compliance.
Perform statistical studies and report data as required.
Perform other duties as required.