Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer Company: JTEKT Column Systems North America Job Type: Full-Time About Us: JTEKT Column Systems North America is a dynamic and innovative Tier 1 automotive supplier, heavy truck, off-road/utility and manufacturer of steering columns and related systems. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth. The Benefits: We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. JCSNA supports all aspects of the individual - self, health, wealth and community. We provide affordable benefits for you and your family members. Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Virtual Medical Services Bonuses and Company Paid Medical Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan + company match Company paid life insurance and STD Vacation time, plus 12 company paid holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Plus more! REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Quality Manager. PURPOSE: Assist in the development and implementation of Quality Procedures in compliance with the TS/IATF Quality System Standard; Interpretation of established Customer and internal product quality standards; Participate in and/or coordinate APQP activities. Duties And Responsibilities: APQP: Participate in and/or coordinate internal APQP activities, including development of schedules and status reports; Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, and Purchasing to provide all documents and tests per JCSNA and Customer requirements; PPAP: Coordinate PPAP Submissions for assigned programs per JCSNA and Customer requirements and maintain status reports; Maintain PPAP Submission manuals for assigned programs; Metrology: Development of gage control and calibration system per applicable procedures; Supervise and/or perform part L/O activities as assigned, including setting priorities, problem resolution, and issuance of monthly activity report; Material Review: Participate in MRB meetings as assigned per JCSNA procedures. Supplier Quality: Supervise Receiving Inspection and all associated activities per JCSNA procedures as assigned; Monitor and follow up Supplier corrective actions; SPC Program: Assist in development and implementation of applicable procedures to meet JCSNA policies and Customer requirements, including training, problem solving, and review meetings; Corrective Action System: Assist in coordination of JCSNA Corrective Action System (CAS); Maintain Customer C/A per applicable requirements; Manufacturing Support: Provide quality support as needed to assigned areas; Communicate internal and external quality concerns to applicable departments; Customer Support: Field Customer calls for assigned areas, issue RA’s as needed, and ensure follow-up; General: Process potential and capability studies as needed; Monthly activity reports; Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. CQE, CQA, or 4 year degree (or willingness to obtain within one year). Minimum 2 Years Automotive Experience. Familiar with TS/IATF System requirements. Experienced in problem solving and reporting (i.e., 8-D, PR/R, QR, etc.). Computer literate. Based On Specific Job Requirements: Experience in blueprint reading and GD&T; Experience in Internal or External System Auditing; Metrology (CMM, gage calibration, measuring systems, etc.); Experience in advanced quality planning; Supervisory experience; Good communication skills, both oral and written. Team player. Self-motivated. Willing to travel. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. AAP/EEO STATEMENT: It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, or sex in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training, and termination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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