Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Socket.dev; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HellermannTyton in Milwaukee seeks a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to analyze root causes of quality non-conformances and implement robust corrective actions. This role ensures conformance for all incoming systems to the production floor and leads 8D problem solving across plants.

The successful candidate will apply AIAG APQP, GD&T knowledge, and QMS standards, traveling as needed and collaborating across departments to sustain quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Associate degree in quality or engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• CQE certification is a plus.
• 1–5 years of QA experience; 1–3 years in manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of GD&T preferred.
• Familiar with AIAG APQP and Automotive QMS standards (IATF/ISO).
• Must have a valid driver’s license with insurable record; travel domestically and internationally if required.
• Familiar with PPAP process; travel overseas if required.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with customer expectations related to quality, timing, and deadlines for complaints.
• Apply the 8D disciplined approach and related tools.
• Directly responsible for D4-D8 for each claim.
• Lead teams to facilitate claims through all 8D phases.
• Facilitate and approve return of defective products and report findings.
• Confirm quality conformance of all incoming systems to the production floor.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for internal non-conformances.
• Escalate complex complaints requiring management intervention.
• Prepare reports on complaints, quantities, nature, and resolutions.
• Analyze complaints to identify root causes and trends.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office / Document Control

8D Problem Solving

AIAG APQP

GD&T

Root Cause Analysis

Manufacturing Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Quality/Engineering

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Tools

IATF/ISO Standards

PPAP

QMS Knowledge

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Reports to: Manufacturing Quality Engineering Supervisor

Department: Quality Assurance

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Quality Engineering Supervisor, the Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for conducting root cause analysis of both external and internal quality non‑conformances and implementing robust corrective actions. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring quality conformance for all incoming systems to the production floor. This is accomplished by working in a collaborative manner with all necessary plants &/or departments - facilitating claims through all 8 phases of an 8D approach to closure. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Understand and comply with customer expectations as they relate to quality, timing, and deadlines for complaints.
• Understand and apply the 8 Disciplined approach problem solving method, and all related tools.
• Directly responsible for D4-D8 (Root Cause, Corrective and Preventative Actions) for each claim.
• Lead teams while facilitating claims through all phases of an 8D in a systematic and methodical manner.
• Facilitate and approve the return of defective products, process for analysis, and report on findings.
• Confirm quality conformance of all incoming systems to the production floor.
• Complete root cause analysis and implement robust corrective actions for internal quality non‑conformances.
• Escalate complex complaints or those requiring management intervention.
• Prepare reports on complaints, including numbers received, nature of complaints and resolutions.
• Communicate interdepartmentally to resolve complaints and implement robust corrective actions.
• Analyze complaints to understand the root cause and identify trends and/or recurring problems.
• Ability to dissect data revealing trends, concerns, patterns, etc. from multiple vista points.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Key Competencies

• Leadership skills
• Computer skills (Microsoft products and document control software)
• Full understanding of AIAG APQP Process.
• Full Understanding and Knowledge of HellermannTyton’s Product Lines.
• SME of 8D approach.
• Basic Injection Molding knowledge is preferred but not required.

Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)

• ​Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (preferably Quality or Engineering related) preferred, or equivalent relevant experience/training
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus
• 1-5 years of prior Quality Assurance experience
• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of GD&T preferred.
• SME of 8D approach (5-Why, Ishikawa, etc.)
• Certified or Experience with IATF, ISO standards
• Full understanding of AIAG APQP Process
• Knowledge of QMS (Automotive, Aerospace, etc.)
• Must have a valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance
• Ability to travel by air / car both domestically and internationally if required
• Familiar with PPAP process
• Must have a valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance
• Ability to travel overseas if required

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By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.