Quality Systems Engineer

Hydro•Phoenix, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations. Job Summary: The Quality Engineer drives innovation and enhances the Quality culture within the plant. This role involves leveraging data, process expertise, and insights from team members to identify and implement effective solutions. Responsibilities include educating, coaching, and training team members to foster a strong commitment to Quality. In addition to supporting routine Quality department functions and customer-related quality investigations, the Quality Engineer leads improvement initiatives across various departments, ensuring the quality and compliance of products and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
At least 4 years of professional experience in manufacturing quality engineering.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
Experience working with a tier 1 automotive supplier.
Experience using PC-DMIS CMM.

Responsibilities

Lead and support investigations into customer complaints, identify root causes, coordinate containment activities, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Utilize data analysis, visual inspections, and feedback on reported concerns to identify internal product and process issues. Coordinate both short- and long-term resolutions with involved team members.
Collaborate with team members to ensure proper disposition of suspect materials, providing rationale for decisions and guidance.
Work directly on the shop floor with operators to integrate quality thinking and foster local problem-solving, facilitating a cultural transition.
Lead and support various manufacturing projects aimed at enhancing product quality, equipment efficiency, workplace environment, and team members’ daily tasks.
Organize and oversee internal product and process trials on the shop floor.
Actively listen to operator feedback to identify and resolve issues, utilizing available site resources to implement solutions.
Contribute to a learning organization by teaching and coaching shop floor personnel. Share technical knowledge and reactionary logic based on observations of process deviations.
Continuously pursue deeper knowledge in specific areas (such as extrusion, painting, fabrication) to drive innovative solutions.
Partner with colleagues across the organization to benchmark and standardize best practices.
Uphold high standards for quality compliance and ethical behavior within the manufacturing environment, particularly in laboratories. Coach and train direct reports on compliance and ethical practices.