Quality Engineer

Pertinent Information:
Direct hire position with a Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in metal stampings and welded automotive components. Full details to be provided during the interview process.
Must hold a valid passport and able to travel for work related functions/customer visits. Must hold valid Class G Driver’s license.
Wage:
$75,000 – $90,000/year depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Immediate benefits.
Location:
Windsor, ON.
Job DescriptionThe Quality Engineer supports and promotes plant wide quality improvement efforts. Lead and maintain PPAP Process and supporting functions. Evaluate and develop improvement techniques for quality and reliability. Maintain and report on the quality management systems using Process Audits. Works with employees, suppliers and customers to produce quality products that meet or exceed the customer and plant’s requirements. Coordinates Corrective Action and Continuous Quality Improvement.
Responsibilities to include the following, but not limited to:
Handle customer issues. Review customer testing requirements and ensure that systems are in place to meet them.
Work with suppliers to ensure testing requirements are being met and oversee PPAP process.
Ensure production is producing quality product to specifications.
Support upkeep of the calibration system. Maintain records, ensure gages and equipment are calibrated within required time.
Provide support onsite to customer/suppliers as needed.
Support prototype builds (document according to prototype checklist inspection process).
Collect SPC data and report monthly;
and work with manufacturing on process improvements.
Support manufacturing in the development of job instructions and procedures.
Document all activities as required.
Provide support and maintain compliance with all company guidelines, union contracts, International Quality Standards (ie ISO, IATF, etc.) and all applicable government regulations and standards.
Define and implement “Customers indicators” to monitor the satisfaction level of the customer and reporting back to management.
Makes decisions with regard to disposition of non-conforming material and that proper containment and follow up is done.
Perform additional assignments per manager’s direction.
Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures.Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Certified Quality Engineer Certificate
Minimum three (3) years Quality experience
Strong PPAP experience
Knowledge of Problem-solving tools;
8D, 5 why and Six Sigma
Knowledge of manufacturing process, machines, stamping tools, including design and uses.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office and the use of statistical software (Datamyte).
Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
Strong analytical ability
Troubleshooting ability is required
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated good internal and external customer service skills
Good presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects.
GDT/Blueprint reading
Engineering specifications and understanding
Valid G license & Passport
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