Quality - Quality Engineer

North American Stamping Group

Kentucky

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

North American Stamping Group seeks a Quality Engineer to liaise between customers and NASG, uphold quality standards, and drive corrective and preventive actions. The role supports manufacturing and other functions to resolve issues and prevent problems, including leadership in problem-solving and audit activities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality systems, GD&T, and measurement methods, with hands-on experience in CMM verification and PPAP processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree is required in metrology, industrial, mechanical, electrical or electronics engineering.
Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience.
Minimum 3 years in automotive manufacturing.
Minimum 5 years cumulative in Quality functions.
Thorough understanding of Control Plans, FMEA's, Flow Diagrams and In-Process Inspection.
Thorough knowledge of GD&T, SPC, Gage R&R, and gage use.

Responsibilities

Act as the customer contact for quality issues and represent NASG to resolve issues.
Create and maintain Control Plans, FMEAs, Flow Diagrams and In-Process inspections.
Provide guidance to Production related to part inspection.
Lead problem solving and corrective/preventative actions.
Lead internal/external audits as required.
Support manufacturing during abnormalities and drive containment.
Perform CMM verification and weld/assembly validation as needed.

Skills

Control plans & FMEAs & flow diagrams

GD&T

SPC & Gage R&R

Root cause analysis

Leadership & team mentoring

Hands-on Go-See approach

Interpersonal communication

Daily scheduling & time management

Education

Bachelor degree in metrology, industrial, mechanical, electrical or electronics engineering

Tools

CMM operation

Gage design reviews

Microsoft Office

Job description

"An Equal Opportunity Employer" It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Quality Engineer reports to the Quality Manager or designate. This position is responsible for customer satisfaction and acts as liaison between the customer and NASG. Responsible for maintaining customer and NASG quality standards and policies, supporting Manufacturing and other support functions to resolve concerns, driving corrective and preventative actions, and continually improving processes to prevent problems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Act as the customer contact for all quality issues and represent NASG as required to resolve issues
Creation and maintenance of Control Plans, FMEA's, Flow Diagrams and In-Process
Provide guidance to Production group related to part inspection
Aid in gage design reviews and purchase of applicable gages
Assist production with inspection, SPC, gage use
Participate in MRB review and product containment activity
Lead Problem Solving activities for the timely resolution to internal and external CAR's and customer quality related issues
Lead Corrective and Preventative teams, maintain and track Open Issues Logs
CMM Operation and part verification to support NASG's quality system as necessary
Perform weld / assembly validation (cut and etch, push-out, torque, tensile test, etc.) as required
Perform annual validations / PPAP as required
Perform routine inspections, dimensional studies, and investigations, as necessary
Ensure proper containment procedures are followed when poor quality is detected
Support manufacturing when abnormalities occur, solve the problem or elevate upward
Ensure that all abnormalities to the standards are documented, escalated, and resolved while working together with Team Members to improve the standard for better Safety, Quality, and productivity
Provide support in the absence of the Senior Quality Engineer or Quality Manager
Participate in Layered Audit process
Participate in New Product Development as necessary
Support and assist EPC team by providing leadership and basic quality direction
Support Internal/External/Customer audits as required
Coordinate individual, team and plant improvement activities
In addition to performing primary duties, the individual shall provide support where deemed necessary by Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor degree in metrology, industrial, mechanical, electrical or electronics engineering

Experience

Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience
Minimum 3 years in automotive manufacturing
Minimum 5 years cumulative in Quality functions

Personal/Technical Skills

Thorough understanding of Control Plans, FMEA's, Flow Diagrams and In-Process Inspection
Thorough knowledge of GD&T, SPC, Gage R&R, and gage use
CMM Operation after programs and set up are established
Understanding of weld / assembly validation (cut and etch, push-out, torque, tensile test, etc.)
Thorough understanding of Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
Detail oriented and able to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrate strong leadership abilities
Demonstrate and model Hands‑on, involved, Go‑See approach
Strong Interpersonal communication skills
Will have the ability to work schedule that allows completion of the job on a daily basis

Language Skills

Ability to clearly communicate in verbal or written forms and act as a liaison between Production and Quality
Ability to speak and write in the primary language of the NASG facility of employment

Computer/Software

Computer (PC) and Microsoft Office

Training

Fundamentals of IATF 16949

Work Environment/Conditions

Office: Open office environment
Plant: Various types of manufacturing environments that include but are not limited to: Stamping, Welding, Assembly, Grinding, Wash, Receiving, Shipping, Sorting
Travel: Potential travel within Canada, Mexico and continental United States via automobile or plane, passport required

Physical Requirements