Quality Engineer

This position reports directly to the Quality Manager and is responsible for the general and specific job duties of IAC as described below:

General Job Duties:

To display a fair and consistent approach by following the principles of the Value Statement and Mission Statement to help ensure a satisfied workplace for all employees.

To support Company policies and business objectives while performing the specific responsibilities of your job.

To participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance the working environment at IAC. Participate and support all lean continuous improvement programs initiatives and activities.

To support the company vision and help to ensure fair treatment of all employees employed by IAC

Exhibit teamwork skills and actively participate in company activities in a positive working environment.

Demonstrate problem solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.

Follow Company policies and display conduct expected of IAC employees

Adhere to all safety and health objectives policies and procedures of IAC to provide for a safe and healthful workplace. Work in a safe manner at all times and report any unsafe conditions in order that the situation can be corrected. Report all accidents and near misses in a timely manner when they occur.

Maintain proper ergonomics at all times when performing assigned tasks.

To support the company to meet and maintain all customer quality standards as well as the standards of IAC.

Complete LPAs on time; weekly

Complete Safe Audit on time; weekly

Maintain proper etiquette when using company radios PA emails text and phones; business use only.

Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Specific Job Duties:

Customer quality responsibilities

Training of operators in standardized processes

Coordinate dimensional evaluations

Complete capability study

Audit/document quality systems

Problem solve assembly issues

Work closely with manufacturing team members as well as interact directly with suppliers and customers

Enforce and maintain LPA process

Troubleshoot quality issues with the Operations and Technical department

Root cause analysis through fast track response process

Assist in the development and mentoring of the Quality techs

Support Quality Manager in daily functions as needed

Internal TS and/or ISO Auditor

Responsible for the creation maintenance and validation of CMM programs used for the measurements of manufactured and supplied parts using PC DMISCAD software.

Read and interpret GD&T to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications.

Prepare sample submissions (PPAP) to include final product inspection on PPAP Engineering Production Trial Run and other samples.

Assist Process Engineer/Technical Group with qualification and validation of new or changed tooling fixtures and parts.

Analyze inspection reports to determine adherence to drawings specifications and to troubleshoot failure mode.

Assist and support manufacturing/production personnel with various inspection activities.

Ensure Gauge Calibration is carried out according to ISO/TS16949 standards.

Maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor degree with 2-4 years of related experience or 3-5 years related experience in a quality manufacturing environment automotive preferred.

Experience Requirements:

Good computer including typing and the use of Microsoft products

1 year or more CMM programming or operating experience

Conceptual knowledge of production part approval process (PPAP) and relevant requirements preferred

Working knowledge of SPC capability studies PFMEAs and Control Plans

Ability to pay attention to detail multi-task and follow direction

Successful candidates will also possess strong judgment /decision making skills problem solving and communication skills.

Strong analytic problem solving skills

Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

Must be able to work with minimal supervision

Training Requirements:

This position will be required to travel to other facilities or training locations as well as on-site training as needed.

PPE Requirements:

This position requires the use of eye protection and hearing protection and any PPE specific to the task being performed.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to stand on feet and/or sit 8-12 hours a day and lift up to 40lbs on an occasional basis and 15 lbs on a regular basis. Must be able to perform overhead work as well as work below the waist.