Quality Engineer - 1391 at MacLean-Fogg Company in Buffalo, New York

Job Description:

MacLean-Fogg is a globally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of innovative fastener solutions, engineered components, and advanced manufacturing systems for the automotive and industrial sectors. With a rich history dating back to 1925, we are a family-run company that takes pride in our heritage while embracing the future through continuous innovation and a commitment to sustainability. Our diverse product offerings and our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction have solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the industry. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we remain dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Join us at MacLean-Fogg as we build on our legacy of excellence and shape the future of manufacturing.

Job Summary

Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggest modifications meant to prevent defects in components or final products.

Job Duties

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, product management and production, to identify and mitigate quality risks.

• Audit production processes, raw materials or suppliers/vendors to ensure that established quality standards are met.

• Conduct root cause analysis for defects, non-conformities or other quality failures.

• May be responsible for ensuring compliance with formal external quality standards, such as ISO 9001.

• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.

• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.).

• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

• Perform work under direct supervision

• Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff

• Possess beginning to working knowledge of subject matter

• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 0 to 2 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

• Technical expertise

• Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills

• Problem-solving skills

Job Summary

Establishes quality standards for products and processes and suggest modifications meant to prevent

defects in components or final products.

Job Duties

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product design, product management and

production, to identify and mitigate quality risks

• Audit production processes, raw materials or suppliers/vendors to ensure that established quality

standards are met

• Conduct root cause analysis for defects, non-conformities or other quality failures

• May be responsible for ensuring compliance with formal external quality standards, such as ISO 9001

• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately

• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)

• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Perform work under direct supervision

• Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff

• Possess beginning to working knowledge of subject matter

• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 0 to 2 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

Experience in quality for the automotive industry - Better yet, supplied to Ford and GM so they are already familiar with their requirements, websites, applications, terminology, etc.

Experience in scheduling and conducting internal audits of an IATF 16949 certified QMS

Can provide training certificate showing you are an IATF 16949 internal auditor (Better yet, certificate is for Lead Auditor class.)

Experience in scheduling and conducting internal audits of an Environmental Management System

Possess training certificate showing you are an ISO 14001 auditor

Working knowledge of Core Tools (APQP,PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)

Working knowledge of Customer Specific Requirements for Ford and GM

Experience managing document control system: Quality Manual, Procedures, WI's, Forms, Stds

Familiarity with IMDS

Familiarity with EASE software

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

• Technical expertise

• Ability to identify and seek needed information/Research skills

• Problem-solving skills

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and is for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean-Fogg is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively promote equal opportunity for all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Discover more about your Equal Employment Opportunity rights as an applicant.

Other details

• Job Family Quality
• Pay Type Salary
• Travel Required Yes
• Travel % 10
• Job Start Date Monday, November 18, 2024