Quality Fixture Engineer

Flex N Gate; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company"匹配

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a Quality Fixture Engineer Assistant to support the Senior Quality Fixture Engineer in designing and building check fixtures and ensuring they meet customer and plant requirements. The role involves coordinating with manufacturing plants, suppliers, and customers to deliver compliant fixtures on time and to the specified standards.

The incumbent will assist in developing fixture RFQs, follow design and build through PPAP, conduct supplier audits, and participate in

Job description

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary

Assist Senior Quality Fixture Engineer in all aspects of check fixture quote, design and build as required. Work with Flex-N-Gate manufacturing plants, suppliers and customers to produce quality products that meet or exceed the customer and plant's requirements.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Research and Analysis
• Decision Making and Judgement
• Providing Consultation
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Accountability and Dependability
• Ethics and Integrity
• Analytical GD&T/Blueprint reading
• Engineering specifications and understanding
• CMM/Layout measurement

Job Duties

• Enforce Flex-N-Gate Check Fixture Standard and any relevant customer requirements to ensure suppliers are compliant.
• Assist in the development of Fixture Request for Quotation and approval process.
• Follow fixture design and build from program launch to PPAP working closely with Program Manager / Engineer and Tooling Manager / Engineer to ensure standards are met and fixtures are delivered on-time.
• Assist in the development of new suppliers by conducting audits and completing Supplier Rating Sheet.
• Recommend the elimination of suppliers that are not performing to Flex-N-Gate quality expectations.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Quality Fixture Manager / Senior Quality Fixture Engineer.
• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS Policy CEVPL.005.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in quality engineering or related technology or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing facility that offered the opportunity to gain a well-rounded background in quality engineering.
• Education and experience required to interpret and convey GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) requirements.
• Six Sigma certification considered an asset.
• Knowledge of production process, machines, tools, including design and uses.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Proficiency with CAD Viewer software as well as administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office and the use of statistical software.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required.
• Troubleshooting ability is required.
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated good internal and external customer service skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Engineering specifications and understanding.
• Interpreting CMM/Layout measurements.
• Performing / evaluating Gage R&R studies.
• Proficiency in hand held measuring instruments, devices or gages (micrometers, calipers, true position probe etc)

Working Conditions

• Travel as necessary.
• Overtime as required.
• Weekend work may be required.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

"It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities."

"Lots of growth opportunity."

"The company's young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable."

Not just a job - a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.