Quality Engineer

Company: Polygon Company
Location: Walkerton
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description:Polygon Company is seeking a Quality Engineer to support Development and New Production Introduction (NPI) processes through prints and document review, measuring system evaluation, implementation of quality controls and development of inspection plans. This successful candidate will also have a strong responsibility to oversee the initiation and development of standards & methods for inspection, testing and the evaluation of products. Reporting to the Director of Quality, having the ability to communicate proven data analysis to executive leadership and functional internal groups and teams is critical for success in this role. Additional duties of the Quality Engineer will include but not be limited to the following: Support and manage product approval processes (PPAP and FAI).Develop and analyze statistical data to identify product issues and improvement opportunities.Lead Material Review Board (MRB) efforts and track nonconforming material.Lead complaint investigations. To include communicating with Customers and working with cross functional teams.Lead corrective actions and quality improvement activities.Assist in the performance the internal quality system auditing.PM21Requirements: To perform this job successfully, the individuals must be qualified of the knowledge, skill and ability listed below: College degree is preferred but not required (education can be supplemented by having a minimum of 3 years of quality engineer experience). Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles.Experience with ISO 9001 required, and experience with advanced quality management systems such as AS9100 or IATF 16489 preferred. Experience with APQP and tools such as FMEA and Control Plans are a bonus.Proven track record of successful Problem Solving. Knowledge of Corrective Action Processes such as 8D and Six Sigma.Proven data analysis capability. Knowledge of statistical analysis and experience with software such as Minitab.Ability to read/understand measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, optical comparator. Knowledge of advanced measuring devices such as CMM and vision systems are a bonus.Ability to understand and develop sequenced instructions.Ability to train others.Ability to work with cross-functional internal groups and teams.Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Desire to grow professionally and assume more responsibility.Microsoft Office Suite.PHYSICAL DEMAND - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:While performing the duties of this job, the employees is regularly required to sit, stand, climb, walk, use hands, and talk and hear for a minimum of eight hours a day.The employee must be able to lift and/or move 25 to 50 lbs. periodically during the day. The employee is frequently required to reach using hand and arm dexterity.PEOPLESupervised by department supervisor/leader regarding performance, priorities and quality.Ability to work and communicate with other individuals within the department.Follow all Company safety standards, policies and applicable regulations.PI202098400

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