Quality Engineer

US Farathane•Jackson, TN

16d

About The Position

US Farathane is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop and maintain quality systems according to applicable standards and assist customers with quality issues. The role supports ongoing product quality, problem solving, product development, production, and customer relations. US Farathane is a plastics manufacturer serving the automotive industry, providing full-service support and engineered materials and manufacturing technologies.

Requirements

Technical degree or equivalent experience.
Computer literacy.
Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, QOS, and 8D problem solving.
Knowledge of quality systems and standards.
Knowledge of inspection techniques and use of measurement instruments.
Ability to perform Gage R&R and capability studies and read blueprints.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 45 pounds.

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing functional, dimensional, physical-property, and other testing of parts.
Create, update, and maintain quality documentation, customer contact and sort reports, concern information, procedures, and related records.
Serve as a focal point of contact for internal and external customers.
Participate in or initiate cross-functional teams to solve quality problems effectively and implement mistake-proofing.
Travel to customers and provide support to resolve problems.
Participate in and improve product development meetings reviewing engineering changes, manufacturing methods, planning, and process specifications related to product quality.
Coordinate with customers on quality performance trends and corrective actions.
Communicate production and quality issues to employees and supervisors when necessary.
Develop and support APQP documentation required for PPAP, PSO, and other requirements; prepare and submit APQP documentation.
Manage ECNs after SOP or during the production phase of programs.
Work with Materials and Production departments to plan and conduct Run@Rates.
Develop visual standards and system criteria for manufacturing operations during new launches and maintain them for serial-life products.
Follow internal and OSHA-required safety procedures and comply with company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.