Quality Engineer

Dee Zee, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dee Zee, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer to monitor and audit departments, ensuring products meet quality standards for vendors and customers. The role requires problem solving, APQP/PPAP coordination, and supporting audits and new launches.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years in quality engineering, proficiency with Minitab and CMM tools, and a Bachelor's in Engineering. Six Sigma or ASQ certifications are a plus. Dee Zee emphasizes growth, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality engineering or a similar role.
• Proficiency with Minitab, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PC-DMIS and CMM programming.
• Six Sigma training or certification preferred.
• ASQ certification and/or ISO auditor certification preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Drive APQP and PPAP activities for assigned customers.
• Contain suspect and nonconforming product and issue MCNs to suppliers.
• Partner with R&D on problem solving and corrective actions.
• Support customer audits and new product launches.
• Maintain IATF 16949 certification requirements.
• Conduct internal audits and improve quality processes.

Skills

3+ years exp

Minitab

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PC-DMIS

CMM programming

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

ASQ cert (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quality Engineer# Careers## Quality EngineerApply: Des Moines: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: REQ00410# Position Summary:The Quality Engineer will monitor and audit all departments to ensure company products are meeting or exceeding the quality requirements of our vendors and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures.# Accountabilities:* Drive all APQP and PPAP activities for assigned customers.* Ensure appropriate containment of suspect and nonconforming product.* Issue Material Complaint Notices (MCNs) to suppliers.* Partner with Research and Development on problem-solving activities.* Provide input and support for customer audits.* Support new product launches.* Support the maintenance of IATF 16949 certification requirements.* Verify the effectiveness of corrective actions and replication efforts.* Comply with all internal processes and policies, including applicable environmental and safety protocols.* Conduct tier-internal assessments and internal audits.* Develop and improve internal processes to support quality objectives.# Qualifications:* 3+ years of related experience.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Minitab, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, PC-DMIS and CMM-related programming.* Six Sigma training or certification preferred. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction.* Ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities.* Ability to learn and use vendor and customer software applications.* Ability to make sound decisions with significant business impact.* ASQ certification and/or ISO auditor certification preferred.* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.### About Us!Dee Zee has been manufacturing components and accessories in Central Iowa since 1977.We’ve challenged the status quo through continuous improvement, innovation, technology, and our dedicated workforce. Our core values guide us toward the common goal of producing the highest quality products for our customers through teamwork and collaboration. We invest in our employee’s growth through coaching, training, tuition reimbursement, and technology to ensure they are successful.Dee Zee is ready to welcome you to the team!