Quality Engineer
Ft.Wayne, IN, US, 46808-1998
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Job Purpose
The Quality Engineer ensures that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer expectations. This role is responsible for identifying areas for improvement, implementing quality control systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for the Control Plans and GR&R for their respective areas.
• Support FMEA development / updates as part of cross-functional team.
• Perform root cause analysis and transform the analysis into the appropriate records, documents and communications for internal and external distribution, including corrective actions as part of a cross functional team.
• Perform Measurement System Analysis including calibration records.
• Address quality rejects and customer returned material.
• Application of statistical techniques and assistance to others as required.
• Monitor and help control scrap, including pareto and corrective action analysis.
• Monitor, analyze and report on facility key indicators and associated improvement action plans.
• Assist in supplier issues as required / needed.
• Assist with process improvements and data analysis.
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct process capability studies and quality audits (LPA / CQI, Process).
• Conduct customer visits and reviews.
• Other duties as required.
Skills Required:
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong project management skills and leadership abilities.
• Assertive and self-motivated.
• Solid manufacturing background including Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional activities.
• Excellent communication (both written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication (both written and oral) in English.
• Proficient in the use of MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in the understanding of Engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Good understanding of APQP and program management techniques.
• Understanding of IATF requirements.
• Understanding of Core Tools Requirements.
• Understanding of and able to complete CQI Audits.
Typical Experience Required/Preferred (include management experience or other specifics):
• Associates degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Quality, Industrial or Mechanical engineering with 4-7 years’ experience required.
o Work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in Quality related statistics.
• Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred.
• Experience with FMEA, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
• SAP experience preferred
• Understanding of IATF-16949 requirements
• Understanding of Quality Core Tool requirements
• Understanding of and able to complete CQI Audits
• Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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