Quality Engineer

Engine Power Components•Grand Haven, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Engine Power Components, Inc. is hiring a Quality Engineer at its Grand Haven, Michigan facility. The Quality Engineer will build on recent improvements by developing robust, nimble, efficient, and reliable processes and systems that support growth and continuous improvement. The role provides problem-solving expertise to support employees and customers. Engine Power Components is an IATF 16949-certified global leader in camshaft design and production, serving a worldwide customer base across numerous engine-powered markets. The Quality Engineer will support new product launches, ensure products meet customer specifications, contribute to APQP and product development documentation, and maintain process control. The role also addresses customer and supplier quality issues, trains stakeholders, participates in audits and calibration activities, verifies corrective actions, and supports the company’s IATF 16949 quality management system. The company offers competitive wages, family health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related work experience as a quality engineer, including at least 1 year in a metal manufacturing environment.
Experience implementing an ISO/TS 16949 or IATF 16949 quality management system, including third-party audits.
GD&T training.
Experience using Minitab or similar quality software packages.
Ability to apply DMAIC and 5-why principles to problem solving.
Strong knowledge of quality control standards, methodologies, and best practices.
Ability to utilize Statistical Process Control.
Experience using CAD/CAM systems.
Experience using the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

Participate with team members in launching new products, including creating control plans, providing training, conducting quality measurements and analysis, and performing other necessary launch activities.
Ensure that all products meet customer specifications.
Participate in APQP for new and existing work and provide quality-related technical support to other departments.
Develop documentation for product development in accordance with customer requirements, including APQP, PPAP, and FMEA documentation.
Perform studies to ensure process control for all products.
Investigate and respond to customer quality concerns.
Coordinate resolution of quality issues with suppliers and other company team members.
Train process stakeholders on new or improved process requirements and ensure trainee competence.
Participate in internal audit and calibration systems processes to ensure the integrity of process standards.
Complete assigned corrective action reports in a timely manner and verify corrective actions taken by others.
Assist in implementing and managing the company’s IATF 16949 quality management system.
Prepare for and participate in internal, customer, and third-party quality system audits, including ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 audits.