Job description

The Sr. Quality engineer is a dynamic, technical engineer with a passion for improving the customer experience and satisfaction within the Optimas Americas business unit.

The Quality Engineer works with manufacturing, program management, sales, engineering, operations, data governance. Etc.) in a manufacturing support role to deliver superior quality performance.

The position will focus on activities that promote quality performance improvement, business segment growth, strengthened customer relationships through resolution of customer issues, process improvements, and compliance activities to relevant standards.

The ideal candidate has a history of success interacting with customers and manufacturing in a quality capacity, knowledge of quality systems and automotive requirements, and driving cross functional initiatives to support quality performance goals. Fastener and/or distribution experience is preferred.

· Manage and improve inspection specifications

· Manage and oversee MSA studies

· Implement and manage SPC in Manufacturing

· Support Manufacturing PPAP process

· Perform internal audits in Manufacturing Environment (LPA, Product and Process)

· Participate in APQP process

· Provide technical support for Laboratory Technicians

· Support Non-conforming Material investigations and Corrective Actions

· Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing a variety of requests to improve performance and exploring opportunities to add value.

· Understand and follow customer specific quality systems and procedures.

· Understand and comply with QMS policies and procedures

· Support consistent implementation, auditing, compliance and evaluation of company operating processes, procedures, forms, manuals, and tools.

· Exhibit proficient interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal cross functional teams regarding technical and business matters at a level appropriate for the audience.

· Other duties as assigned

1) Functional/Technical Skills (Manufacturing/Distribution Environment)

2) Customer Orientation.

3) Problem Solving.

4) Interpersonal Savvy/Communication.

5) Listening

6) Process Management.

7) Drive for Results.

8) Responsiveness/Sense of Urgency.

9) High Sense of Accountability.

10) Timely Decision Making.

· Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering or equivalent experience. Mechanical Engineering a plus.

· Blueprint reading. GD&T is a plus.

· 5+ years quality engineering experience, CQE a plus.

· 5+ years relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Significant experience with continuous improvement processes (5 why, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA).

· Working knowledge of Core Tools (APQP, FMEA, Control Plan, MSA & PPAP, CAPA).

· Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology and related tools; Green or Black Belt is a plus.

· Internal auditing or process auditing experience preferred (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

· Process and industry knowledge.

· Automotive experience preferred.

· Fastener experience preferred.

· Business software proficiency including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Minitab, ERP.

· Effective project management skills.

· Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wood Dale, IL 60191: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Quality control: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wood Dale, IL 60191

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