Sr. Quality Engineer

Gentex Corp•Manchester, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Quality Engineer uses analytical techniques and quality methodologies to monitor the performance of Gentex products and processes, recommend process improvements and reductions in cost of poor quality (COPQ), and support Gentex Corporation’s continual improvement efforts. The role works across departments and with customers and suppliers to improve product and process quality, support compliance, and lead and mentor quality technical personnel. Gentex Corporation is a global provider of personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel. The position is based at Gentex’s Manchester facility in southern New Hampshire. Gentex describes its benefits package as including medical coverages, 401(k), paid time off, and work schedules that include a 9/80 work week.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
At least 8 years of experience with quality concepts, metrics, and problem-solving methodologies, including Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, auditing, SPC, CAPA processes, COPQ reduction, and program management in a quality or manufacturing role.
Experience in failure analysis.
Extensive experience using Microsoft Office to generate professional documents and reports, and using Minitab, including DOE and trend analysis.
Knowledge of electronic and electro-mechanical manufacturing processes, including PCB, electronic, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
Knowledge of compliance testing as related to product specifications.
Ability to interpret customer quality requirements and product drawings, schematics, and specifications.
Ability to participate in and lead cross-functional teams.
Strong oral presentation skills and the ability to influence others.
Ability to work with suppliers, tool makers, and customers regarding visual-criteria requirements in critical assembly areas.

Nice To Haves

Environmental test planning and qualification execution to MIL-STD-810.
Lean manufacturing experience.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
Experience with TipQA® and SAP.
ISO 9001:2015 or AS9100:2016 Lead Auditor qualification.
Knowledge of ASME GD&T standards.
Knowledge of AS9102, APQP and PPAP, IPC610, and J-STD001.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and evaluate quality assurance processes and sampling techniques, including ownership of the COPQ system.
Determine and document incoming test and inspection plans, including sampling plans and Dock-to-Stock/Ship-to-Stock activities.
Review design documentation related to GD&T and compliance testing, and recommend quality-related changes before products are released to production.
Lead APQP/Zero Defect Planning.
Support NPD and line-extension qualification planning and reporting.
Assist Manufacturing Engineering in identifying recommended drawing changes when drawings do not meet incoming requirements.
Assist Operations in developing Statistical Process Control for critical manufacturing processes.
Work with departments to implement process improvements, increase process yields, reduce COPQ, and drive quarterly continuous-improvement meetings.
Interface with customers, internal business teams, and suppliers on non-conformance investigations and CAPAs for component rejects, finished-goods failures, and product returns.
Work with test engineers to support Production and Manufacturing Engineering in implementing new processes or product adjustments to address COPQ.
Work with Supply Chain to improve the quality and delivery of purchased materials, supplier corrective actions, and supplier audits.
Support product compliance, including environmental compliance, safety certification, and contract flow-down.
Supervise, mentor, and lead other quality technical personnel.