Sr. Quality Engineer - Fabrication

At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Job Summary

Provide Quality Engineering support and leadership for multiple fabrication operations teams at the Polaris facility. Assignments will involve both proactive and reactive solutions to address quality issues affecting internal manufacturing which includes weld tube bend laser cutting hole piercing paint and injection mold. This individual will be responsible for managing the quality program employees and assigned processes for all related aspects of these areas.

Location: Huntsville AL

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Responsibilities

Support Polaris quality initiatives and programs as required.

Lead and support Quality Engineers and Technicians on quality issues.

Participate or lead failure analysis root cause and corrective action investigations

Develop manage and report on internal process quality metrics; identify opportunities for

continuous improvement and lead improvement initiatives.

Communicate process issues/problems/concerns to Quality and Operations leadership.

Generate quality instructions and/or procedures as needed to contain quality issues or to

assist with process validations.

Partner directly with the Operations teams to improve the use of measurement systems.

Participate in new product launch teams. Support Product Engineering on DFAM projects.

Conduct and/or support internal audits and product transfers as needed.

Support the Quality Lab in completing APQP PPAP and production measurement requests.

Perform Six Sigma Measurement System Analysis (MSA/GR&R) and process capability

studies. Perform DOE if required.

Experience & Skills

Five (5) or more years of experience in Quality Manufacturing Process Engineering or equivalent field required.

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ability to lead technicians in testing and inspection methods for fabrication quality processes.

Ability to read interpret and improve weld and tube bending prints.

Strong process improvement skills including PFMEA Control Plans RCCA (8D) DOE Gage

R&R PPAP print reading skills product failure analysis experience and Quality Management

Systems (QMS).

Experience with and knowledge of how to properly apply GD&T to fabricated components.

Experience in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing. Leading teams in Six Sigma

projects Black Belt training or Black Belt certification is a strong plus.

Leadership experience with hourly and salaried subordinates.

Ability to travel for job sister plants and suppliers as required per business need.

Must be a self-starter and able to work independently without supervision.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Science Engineering Operations or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

Competencies

Achievement Orientation

Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent that meet or exceed standard

expectations.

Collaborating with Others

Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals.

Customer Value Management

Developing customer value plans to create value for sales opportunities through effective

communications and thorough knowledge of customers and markets.

Nurturing Innovation

Creating a welcoming environment that encourages different perspectives and new ideas building a

culture of curiosity openness and creativity across the organization and the wider community.

Ensuring Accountability

Holding yourself and others to high standards of accountability and creating an infrastructure and

transparent corporate culture that supports and measures personal and organizational responsibility

and accountability.

Working Conditions

Standard manufacturing/plant environment with a strong plant-floor presence.

Ability and willingness to travel up to 10 percent of time travel can fluctuate according to

business need.

To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

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