Quality Engineer

SilkRoad; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company match

14 paid holidays

Job summary

AUTOKINITON is seeking a Quality Engineer I to join the Chicago, IL team. This full-time role supports the Quality department by advancing quality processes, performing GD&T-informed design evaluations, and facilitating cross-functional teams to prevent defects and improve customer satisfaction.

You will work with internal and supplier teams to secure APQP documentation, participate in audits, and help drive the quality system forward as part of our annual improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in quality engineering or supplier development; GD&T a plus.
• Experience in programming with knowledge of measurement equipment such as CMM and Laser Scanning.
• Knowledge of PPAP processes.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and third party ISO: 9001:2015 Quality Management System audits and ISO- IATF 16969.
• Perform research and design for quality processes and controls.
• Evaluate designs, drawings, project plans, specifications, and other documents.
• Initiate and facilitate cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving and mistake proofing quality problems.
• Drive implementation of a progressive quality system to prevent defects and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
• Works with customers to obtain all necessary APQP documents including Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier development

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CMM

Laser Scanning

Job description

Tracking Code

11259

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Quality Engineer I

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Support internal as well as third party ISO: 9001:2015 Quality Management System audits and ISO- IATF 16969.
• Perform research and design for quality processes and controls.
• Evaluate designs, drawings, project plans, specifications, and other documents.
• Initiate and facilitate cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving and mistake proofing quality problems.
• Drive implementation of a progressive quality system to prevent defects and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
• Works with customers to obtain all necessary APQP documents including Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans.

This full-time, salary, role is a part of our Quality team and reports to the Quality Manager.

Required experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in quality engineering or supplier development. Experience in Geometric Dimensional & Tolerance (GD&T) a plus.
• Experience in programming with knowledge of measurement equipment such as CMM and Laser Scanning.
• Knowledge of PPAP processes.

Working conditions:

• We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our AUTOKINITON Plant in Chicago, IL., offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and Lakefront
• Museums and Historical Architecture

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.