Quality Engineer

Title

Quality Engineer

Job #

50956

Classification

Engineering

Location

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hourly Rate

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Position Description

This position establishes, coordinates and maintains quality assurance standards and procedures; collects, computes, analyzes and reports quality data as statistical records; conducts required quality testing and develops quality program plans in accordance with supplier, customer, and contract specifications. Quality liaison for customers as required. Supports Value Stream Manager and High-Performance Work Team as it relates to projects and Quality objectives.

Essential functions are:
* Monitors and reduces process and product variation using statistical tools.
* Support new and existing products through the implementation of Quality systems and techniques that comply with customer and regulatory requirements.
* Responsible for overall product quality and effectively monitoring product and process quality through development, implementation and maintenance of assembly and verification instructions, process control plans, PFMEAs and final product verification requirements.
* Perform and interpret Measurement System Analysis.
* Apply and explain statistical data to all levels of the organization.
* Improve products/processes by Identifying and eliminating waste and variation throughout the manufacturing value stream
* Determine root cause corrective actions and work through failure analysis utilizing 8D problem solving discipline
* Identify and reduce costs of nonconformance: scrap, warranty, rework, etc.

Initial Duration: 3 months

Primary Skills Required

Primary Skills Preferred

Demonstrated use of Lean Tools and Six Sigma. ASQ, CQE preferred. * Experience with mathematical software. * Strong computer skills including MS Office applications. * Basic knowledge of electromechanical systems and test rigs; production methods and techniques applied to machined components, assemblies, plating, heat treatments; and materials used in the aerospace industry. * Knowledge of Quality Control systems and techniques, such as AS9100, including statistical quality control and inspection and investigation techniques. Ability to write clear, concise and constructive reports on findings for all levels of management. * FAA/FAR knowledge a plus. * Human relations skills necessary to establish and maintain good working relationships with management, technical, supervisory, and shop floor personnel, as well as with customers and sub-contractors.

Education Required

Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution

Education Preferred

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Work Experience Required

* 1-3 years experience in this role * Minimum three (3) months of experience working in a manufacturing environment, including internship or co-op experience

Work Experience Preferred

* Two (2) years’ experience in a Quality role within a manufacturing environment. * Analytical and Statistical Tools - knowledge of a wide range of problem-solving tools & methods. * Inspection and Testing. * Product/Process Quality Planning. * knowledge of quality management systems and support practices