Process Engineer

Thai Summit America; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America in Howell, Michigan, is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to perform dimensional studies, generate quality reports, and assist in problem-solving activities. The ideal candidate should have 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment specifically in Quality, proficiency in basic computer skills including MS Office, and knowledge of Engineering processes and Quality Core Tools. This role involves physical demands, including lifting and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in Quality.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and SPC.
• Ability to use measuring tools like step gage and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional studies and report to the Quality Manager.
• Generate data reports and charts for management and customers.
• Assist with quality problem-solving and program launches.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Computer skills (MS Office, SPC)

Measurement tools usage (gage, calipers)

Knowledge of Engineering processes

Knowledge of Quality Core Tools

Job description

Primary Job Function

Perform dimensional studies and report to the Quality Manager. Perform surface evaluations on current and new product. Generate reports for Production Quality projects. Assist APQP, Engineering, Tool & Die and Manufacturing by performing surface evaluation studies and generate reports for launch projects. Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed by management.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Customer and Supplier data reporting contact
• Audit production panels for potential quality concerns
• Download data into Transend and send to CM4D
• Assist production auditors with data concerns
• Assist in training production associates in data taking techniques and equipment
• Assist with quality problem-solving
• Provide hands‑on assistance as required; example: rack studies, special dimensional checks
• Generate data reports
• Obtain parts from the Press department and prepare parts for surface evaluations (place on fixture, oil panel and setup camera for viewing)
• Deliver parts to Assembly after evaluation and track for re‑evaluation after assembled
• Generate daily, weekly and monthly data reports and charts for management and customers
• Assist Engineering with problem solving of customer concerns and/or special projects
• Make adjustment to Assembly equipment to achieve customer specifications
• Conduct conference call with customer on current data and make adjustment accordingly
• Review customer CAD/GD&T for compliance
• Assist with new program launches for Cap/study data calibration
• Maintain Engineering changes, update, verify data and assist in internal Plate audits
• Update and keep current DCIS sheets

Minimum Requirements

• 3 years’ experience in manufacturing environment, specifically in Quality
• Basic computer skills (MS Office and SPC)
• Use of step gage, calipers, taper gage, feeler gage, 770 probe, JS probe and scales
• Knowledge of Engineering processes
• Knowledge of Quality Core Tools

Training Requirements or Equivalents

• New hire orientation
• ERP System Training

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

• Ability to walk, sit or stand for extensive periods of time
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional bending and reaching
• Ability to work in office and manufacturing environment