Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Rockford, IL

Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Rockford, IL. Interested candidates should have at least three years of quality experience in manufacturing and be promotable.

Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer

• Be responsible for lab quality certification maintenance and the maintenance of quality system documents pertaining to ISO9001/2008, ISO 17025, CQI-9, CQI-11, CQI-12 and others in the future
• Utilize problem-solving methodologies such as Fishbone diagrams, 5 Why's, PDCA and 8D Corrective Actions
• Handle internal and external auditing as needed to support the quality system
• Promptly lead an MRB team to address any quality issues that may arise for parts that may be subject to quarantine and potential disposition
• Serve as a quality liaison with the customers both internally and externally for training and execution to meet quality objectives
• Facilitate and maintain PFMEA's, PPAP's, quality control plans, process flows, work instructions and other quality documentation
• Apply your familiarity with metrology such as the use of optical comparators, depth micrometers, Vernier calipers and gage blocks.
• Be on the floor and in the lab training personnel on quality systems and techniques as needed
• Verify that lab equipment is properly calibrated and be accountable for the veracity of all relevant calibration master logs

Requirements of the Quality Engineer

• At least three years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical or Industrial Engineering or similar engineering type of technical discipline is a plus
• A proficiency with MS Office is a plus
• A TS16949 and/or IATF automotive background is a plus but not required
• Willingness to do what is needed to get the job done on-time and being committed to a passion for quality
• Ability to work first shift from 7 am cst to 5 pm cst Monday to Friday and work extra hours beyond the normal work schedule if a quality issue arises that needs to be resolved right away

Compensation for the Quality Engineer

The targeted annual base salary for this first shift position ranges from $80,000 to $95,000 depending on experience.