Maintains IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems for metals manufacturing. Leads audits, MRB activities, corrective actions, customer quality support, PFMEA and PPAP documentation, control plans, process flows, training, metrology activities, and calibration records. Requires at least one year of manufacturing quality engineering experience, with travel under 5%.
Quality Engineer Chicago, IL
Currently looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to fill an opening with a company in Chicago, IL not too far from Oak Park. Interested candidates should have at least one year of quality experience in metals manufacturing.
Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer
- Be responsible for the maintenance of quality system documents pertaining to IATF 16949 or ISO 9001
- 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 one year of quality engineering experience in manufacturing in the metals industry such as metal stamping
- 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 IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 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
- Travel less than 5%
Compensation for the Quality Engineer
The targeted annual base salary for this first shift position ranges from $80,000 to $110,000 depending on experience.
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