Job Information
LOC Performance Products, Inc Corporate Quality Engineer in Plymouth, Michigan
Job Title: Corporate Quality Engineer
Department: Quality
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary The Quality Engineer supports new product/process development and manufacturing from a technical perspective. This person will handle multiple projects and tasks throughout product development, product launch and manufacturing. Additionally, this individual will regularly interface with the customer on complex technical matters. This role also supports plant activities regarding the selection and purchase of metrology equipment. This position supports activity at all locations in the organization
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned
Takes the lead on complex quality and/or process concerns.
Participates and drives the APQP process for assigned programs. Supports the overall launch process with the core tools (FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, PPAP, etc.)
Supports the manufacturing locations with launch and customer management.
Lead communications with customers regarding technical matters.
Researches, selects and recommends metrology equipment for purchase.
Identifies and drives continual improvement activities regarding manufacturing and inspection processes.
Lead and participate in Corrective / Preventive Action teams to resolve customer, supplier and production concerns.
Utilizes the Six Sigma methodology / LEAN principles to drive improvements.
Reviews product nonconformities and makes appropriate disposition.
Participate in audits of the Core Processes, implement Corrective Actions, and recommend process improvements.
Maintains a working knowledge of government, customer, and industry standards and specifications.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual will need to perform the following competencies.
Quantity of Work
The quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed.
Quality of Work
The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework.
Judgement/Knowledge of Job
Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc.
Attendance/Dependability
Punctuality and attendance.
Teamwork/ Attitude
Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism.
Initiative/Independence
The degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Adherence to Policy
Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001.
Adherence to Safety
Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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