Production Quality Engineer

Magna-International-6df39721; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Electronics in Maryland is seeking a seasoned Quality Engineer to plan and support total quality programs and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement measurements, and ensure adherence to IATF16949 standards while partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of quality experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum 5–7 years diverse professional experience in manufacturing with strategic decision making.
• Ability to lead multiple large projects and communicate at all levels within the organization.
• Experience with APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, GD&T and flow diagrams.
• Knowledge of IATF16949 processes and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality engineering support to ensure customer issues are championed for quick, accurate resolution and satisfaction.
• Plans, supports, and implements total quality programs including APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA and PPAP.
• Defines scope, organizes, and directs technical work for quality engineering on new and existing programs.
• Ensures quality systems meet or exceed IATF16949 standards within the division.
• Investigates and solves manufacturing problems using formal problem-solving tools.

Skills

Quality engineering

IATF 16949

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.What we offer:At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.Group Summary:Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.Job Responsibilities:POSITION SUMMARY:Plans, supports, and implements total quality programs. Designs, specifies, and installs quality control sampling systems, testing mechanisms, and equipment. Formulates and/or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures and development of quality standards.REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree and 3 years of quality experience, with an understanding of advanced quality engineering practices, principles, and processes.Minimum 5-7 years diverse professional experience including strategic decision making within a manufacturing environment.Strong communication, ability to lead and manage several large and complex projects simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others through support, training, etc.Ability to work with internal and external contacts at all levels within the organization. Able to represent the company in a professional manner with customers and suppliers.Ability to thoroughly research, recommend, and oversee implementation of new products, materials, processes, etc. and present information.Prior experience with IATF 16949 processesKnowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning, Production Part Approval Process submissions, Geometric Dimensions & Tolerancing, Flow Diagrams, FMEA’s, Control Plans, Statistics, and fixture development based on part GD&TDemonstrated ability to use basic measurement tools (height gauge, vernier, micrometer, bore gauge, indicator, etc)Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis using various problem solving techniques including 8D, 5 Why, A3.Ability to communicate to all levels of plant personnel with easeGood organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills. Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team.Ability to coordinate and facilitate cross-functional team meetingsAbility to work overtime to meet customer needsDUTIES:Provides quality engineering support to assure that customer issues are appropriately championed for quick, accurate issue resolution and customer satisfaction with Magna Electronics’ response.Plans, supports, and implements total quality programs utilizing customer specific requirements concerning APQP, FMEA’s Control Plans, Measurement Systems Analysis, Statistical Techniques & PPAP’s. Defines scope, plans, organizes, leads and directs technical work and departmental efforts related to quality engineering activities for new and existing programs.Responsible to assure that quality systems meet or exceed IATF16949 standards within the division.Plans, supports, and implements total quality programs. Defines scope, plans, organizes, leads and directs technical work and departmental efforts related to quality engineering activities for new and existing programs.Designs, specifies, and installs quality control sampling systems, testing mechanisms, and equipment. Formulates and/or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures and development of quality standards.Serves as a liaison and coordinates activity of internal and external resources. Serves as a resource by providing a problem solving function by initiating action to overcome obstacles as they are encountered and prevent potential quality problems.Investigates and solves manufacturing-related problems in assigned area using formal problem-solving tools.Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.AI-Assisted Screening DisclosureAs part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.Worker Type:Regular / PermanentGroup:Magna Electronics