Quality Engineer

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  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    REQUIREMENTS Education • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or another technical field required; OR • High school diploma or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant manufacturing quality experience required. KEY COMPETENCIES • Advanced to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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    LocationNashville, Tennessee

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     ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Uphold the Carlex Quality Policy.
    • Maintain plant compliance with IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards, as well as customer-defined quality systems and requirements.
    • Lead the development of production documentation, including Control Plans, DVP&R, PFMEA, and Standardized Work, to PPAP requirements.
    • Monitor customer-supplied warranty data and supplier PPAP files and respond accordingly.
    • Oversee the evaluation of process audits and finished product inspections for quality and reliability.
    • In conjunction with Corporate Quality and the Quality Manager, develop internal quality control standards for the plant.
    • Ensure quality systems and procedures are maintained and effectively utilized by all associates.
    • Communicate significant quality issues throughout all levels of the company.
    • Develop and maintain partnership-style relationships with customers and suppliers.
    • Work closely with plant team members to address day-to-day issues and improve product and process quality.
    • Occasionally travel to assembly plants to review products and interact with customer personnel.
    • Maintain knowledge of all government-required testing, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements under FMVSS-205, ECE R43, CCC, and other country regulations.
     
    REQUIREMENTS
     
    Education
    • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or another technical field required; OR
    • High school diploma or equivalent with at least 8 years of relevant manufacturing quality experience required.
    • IATF Internal Auditor certification required.
    • IATF Lead Auditor certification preferred.
     
    Years of Experience
    • 3+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment with an undergraduate degree.
    • 8+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment with a high school diploma or equivalent.
     
    Other Requirements
    • Recent training in Core Tools, or willingness to complete training within the first year in the position.
    • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Total Quality concepts, and Six Sigma.
    • Strong understanding of IATF and ISO standards and their implementation within automotive Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturing facilities.
    • Valid driver’s license required for business travel.
    • Regular and predictable attendance required.
    • Off-schedule hours may be required as workload or project demands dictate, including weekends and holidays.
     
    KEY COMPETENCIES
     
    • Advanced to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
    • Hands-on approach to problem-solving and analysis.
    • Excellent analytical skills.
    • Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex values of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust.

     

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