Job Title: Quality EngineerLocation: New Hampton, IowaSalary: $75-100KJob Summary: The Quality Engineering focuses on product launches and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Use customer requirements, APQP/PPAP processes and ISO 9001 QMS to facilitate product launches and continuous improvement efforts at supplier locations.Job Responsibilities:· Support product launch efforts to ensure quality principles are integrated into the launch process including APQP (PFMEA, Control Plans), PPAP and safe launch processes.· Work as a customer liaison regarding quality issues both at company and related supply chain organizations.· Support activities related to maintaining supplier/Tier 2 quality assurance.· Responsible for driving and maintaining continuous improvement efforts related to customer satisfaction and internal processes.Education & Experience:· 2 or 4 year degree preferred but not required.
2 + years years experience operating quality measurement equipment in a production environment.
Experience with APQP processes specifically related to product launches.
Knowledge and experience of ISO 9001: 2015 quality systems.
Experience in developing and managing a supplier quality assurance system.
Hands-on experience continuous improvement background using Six Sigma and/or Lean methodology.
Knowledge of blueprint reading and GDT principles.
Strong problem solving skills using Six Sigma and Lean principles.
Foundry knowledge a plus.
Familiar with CNC machining processes a plus.
Familiar with CMM, laser scanning, x-ray and LPI measurement systems.
