Quality Engineer - Wooster, Ohio

Job Scope

Tekfor USA is looking for a diversified Quality Engineer with proven experience supporting Tier 1 automotive customers. This includes all aspects of APQP product launches, Quality System development/maintenance, continuous improvement/problem solving and supporting daily operations.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

APQP/PPAP/Product Launch

• Directs the internal APQP/PPAP process for assigned product lines
• Translates engineering drawings into APQP project plans including technical reviews, failure analysis, gage selection, inspection plans, supplier PPAP, process controls and process validation.
• Provides for full gage concept, design and build of custom gages as needed for product launch. Solidworks experience is preferred.
• Performs capability studies (machine/process/gage/product) to validate the implementation of robust manufacturing processes.
• Coordinates the implementation of the necessary process controls to ensure that optimal process capability is maintained throughout the life of the product cycle.

Problem Solving/Continual Improvement

• Works with management, supervisors, operators and other technical staff to resolve customer issues, scrap and internal product rejections.
• Utilizes cross-functional team approach in determining root cause analysis and corrective and preventative actions to preclude recurrence. 
• Identifies corrective actions at the process, detection and systemic levels.
• Works independently and with other team or department members to develop and improve product and processes, to reduce process variability and increase robustness throughout the manufacturing process

Quality System Maintenance

• Performs assignments in the development and maintenance of the Quality System.
• Assists in or performs system, process, product and supplier audits.

Daily Support

• Responds to internal and external customer inquiries regarding quality issues.
• Interacts with suppliers and customers on a technical level in order to have a clear understanding of relevant needs and concerns.
• Makes decisions for product conformity as it directly relates to product function.
• Responds to gate alarm/ fast response issues in a timely fashion
• Create reports, analyze data, and present key findings to management as required
• Approve/reject new production and existing production changes within assigned area
• Organize and present data to management for decision making including but not limited to creating reports via Microsoft Office
• Provides training to Quality Technicians and part certifiers, machine operators, in-process auditors and anyone else with a direct responsibility for product quality.  

Qualifications (Other than as described above)

• B.S. Engineering
• 5-7 years' experience in a quality engineering role or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting product launches and direct customer interface required
• High volume automotive manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience with CNC machining, cold forming and forging processes preferred
• Project management skills including the ability to identify project scope, determine executable action plans, and project monitoring
• Understand problem solving techniques such as 5Y, 8D, and root cause analysis
• Ability to review and interpret GD&T standards
• Demonstrated ability with hands on focus ("line-side")
• Knowledge of quality related statistics and data analysis
• Knowledge of quality systems such as IATF and ISO standards
• Strong interpersonal skills including good verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with gage functions and calibrations

Employee Benefits

Tekfor USA offers a highly competitive benefit package that includes Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan, Matching 401k Plan, Paid Holidays/Vacation.

Tekfor USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer