Quality Engineer

Job Description

Quality Engineer will be responsible for implementing technical and quality systems and methods in a stainless steel tubing mill.  This position will report to the Quality Manager and will be responsible for the following duties:

• Perform failure analysis on customer and supplier nonconforming material and communicate findings driving them to root cause and corrective action.
• Resolve customer claims and manufacturing issues regarding material grades, processing and applications.  
• Responsible for the preparation of PPAP’s, Control Plans and PFMEA’s for automotive customers.
• Participate as an auditor in the Internal Audit Program.
• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for the measurement/validation of parts.
• Prepare and report Quality related data and prepare presentations, as necessary.  
• Prepare documentation and participate in Quarterly Management Reviews.
• Responsible for overseeing the APQP process.
• Responsible for other duties as directed by the Quality Manager.
• Participate in the TS16949 Surveillance Audit.

• Job Requirements

• Desire knowledgeable of ASME and ASTM Standards related to Stainless Steel. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, ability to coordinate TS16949 activities, lead internal audit team and perform internal audits.
• Require knowledge of automotive PPAP’s, PFMEA’s, Control Plans and APQP a must.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques (5S, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping and problem solving skills) a plus.
• Ability to program and operate a CMM would be a strong plus.
• Possess effective problem solving skills in a discipline such as 8D with the ability to drive error proofing activities throughout the product processes.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills and must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Knowledge of Minitab software is a plus.
• B.S. degree in a related Engineering discipline and a minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment implementing quality assurance activities. 
• A degree in Metallurgy, Material Engineering and/or a background in a stainless steel tube mill would be a strong plus.