Sterling Engineering is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for a manufacturer of metal components in Salem, IN. This is a great opportunity to work with a company that has great benefits and tuition reimbursement plans.
Job Summary:
The Senior Quality Engineer role involves direct customer interaction, overseeing customer quality standards, and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires meeting customer-specific response times and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions. Additionally, this senior-level position will provide leadership within the quality organization.
Job Duties:
Serve as a statistical expert, conducting Cpk/Ppk analysis and trend evaluations; Black Belt or Shainin Certification preferred.
Actively participate in the creation and updates of PFMEA and QCP.
Monitor and track Quality KPIs during launch, including CNQ, sorting fallout, and customer concerns.
Manage DMR/NCM operations.
Facilitate problem-solving (TPS and PPS) and manage concerns on the shop floor.
Lead CIMS projects and CNQ reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with Product Engineering (PE) to drive product and process improvements.
Build collaborative relationships with customers to effectively manage expectations, responsiveness, and concerns.
Collect, organize, monitor, and communicate information and reports related to the Management System and process improvements.
Interface with internal quality systems (LN/GQS/etc.).
Qualifications:
BS in an engineering-related field with 5+ years of automotive experience.
IATF Certified
Proficient in AIAG core tools: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SPC.
Familiarity with quality management systems, specifically ISO/TS-16949.
Green Belt OR Black Belt in Six Sigma certified
Expertise in Minitab and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Knowledgeable in Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
Skilled in 8D problem-solving methodology.
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Expertise in AIAG core tools.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.