Summit Polymers
Summit Polymers
is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
Job Description JOB TITLE:
Engineer, Quality (Manufacturing)
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
REPORTS TO:
Manager, Quality (Manufacturing)
SUMMARY:
This is a technical position responsible for supporting product quality assurance functions. Key job functions include new product quality system & tool development, achievement of customer PPAP approval, providing world class support of product quality at external customers, providing support to internal production operations, administration of internal quality systems, and performing root cause problem solving activities in support of quality defect elimination.
Responsibilities And Duties
New Product Development:
Perform quality function assignments during product Design Input and Design Output; develop and maintain Summit Polymers and APQP quality documents including PFMEA, Process Flow/Control Plan, Quality Inspection Standards, First/Last Piece Instructions, Receiving Inspection Instructions, Dock Audit Instructions, Safe Launch Instructions; ensure quality plans comply with statutory and regulatory requirements; review technical drawings and information; use MSA techniques to qualify gauges and metrology equipment; perform statistical analysis of process capability; support Corporate Supplier Quality Engineering with supplier PPAPs and quality control plans; manage Appearance Approval Report; ensure compliance with customer specific quality requirements; assemble PPAP information pre‑launch and submit to customer; perform safe launch inspections and corrective actions; support launch preparation activities and training of associates.
Customer Product Quality Support:
Develop and maintain positive relationships with external customers; respond to customer quality concerns and elevate to Quality Manager; travel to customer locations for containment, investigation, and presentation of corrective actions; review warranty data and apply corrective actions; travel proactively for visits and build events; maintain customer web‑based applications and scorecards.
Internal Product & Quality Systems Support:
Support internal plant operations; provide technical knowledge and research for quality concerns; perform internal layered process audits and corrective actions; participate in audits (customer, internal, supplier, IATF/ISO); support continuous improvement activities; qualify and calibrate metrology equipment; guide quality inspectors and technicians; provide support during off hours.
Problem Solving:
Lead and support Practical Problem Solving (PPS) activities; document corrective actions on PPS A3 format; share corrective actions with corporate teams and suppliers.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field or related science discipline is preferred.
3–5 years of experience in automotive quality function is required; degree may be substituted.
ASQC CQE certification is a plus.
Experience as internal auditor for IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 is a plus.
Agreement to complete all post‑hire required training.
Skills And Abilities
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and customer websites.
Knowledge of AIAG based quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, MSA, GD&T, FMEA).
Problem solving methodologies (Toyota Practical Problem Solving, 8D).
Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 Standards.
Knowledge of metrology tools and methods.
Knowledge of SPC & statistical analysis software (Minitab or similar).
Effective interpersonal skills, negotiations, training, presentation.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional Score 26 on the cognitive portion).
Travel Requirements This position typically requires up to 15% travel.
DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED AND valued. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality.
Job Description JOB TITLE:
Engineer, Quality (Manufacturing)
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
REPORTS TO:
Manager, Quality (Manufacturing)
SUMMARY:
This is a technical position responsible for supporting product quality assurance functions. Key job functions include new product quality system & tool development, achievement of customer PPAP approval, providing world class support of product quality at external customers, providing support to internal production operations, administration of internal quality systems, and performing root cause problem solving activities in support of quality defect elimination.
Responsibilities And Duties
New Product Development:
Perform quality function assignments during product Design Input and Design Output; develop and maintain Summit Polymers and APQP quality documents including PFMEA, Process Flow/Control Plan, Quality Inspection Standards, First/Last Piece Instructions, Receiving Inspection Instructions, Dock Audit Instructions, Safe Launch Instructions; ensure quality plans comply with statutory and regulatory requirements; review technical drawings and information; use MSA techniques to qualify gauges and metrology equipment; perform statistical analysis of process capability; support Corporate Supplier Quality Engineering with supplier PPAPs and quality control plans; manage Appearance Approval Report; ensure compliance with customer specific quality requirements; assemble PPAP information pre‑launch and submit to customer; perform safe launch inspections and corrective actions; support launch preparation activities and training of associates.
Customer Product Quality Support:
Develop and maintain positive relationships with external customers; respond to customer quality concerns and elevate to Quality Manager; travel to customer locations for containment, investigation, and presentation of corrective actions; review warranty data and apply corrective actions; travel proactively for visits and build events; maintain customer web‑based applications and scorecards.
Internal Product & Quality Systems Support:
Support internal plant operations; provide technical knowledge and research for quality concerns; perform internal layered process audits and corrective actions; participate in audits (customer, internal, supplier, IATF/ISO); support continuous improvement activities; qualify and calibrate metrology equipment; guide quality inspectors and technicians; provide support during off hours.
Problem Solving:
Lead and support Practical Problem Solving (PPS) activities; document corrective actions on PPS A3 format; share corrective actions with corporate teams and suppliers.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field or related science discipline is preferred.
3–5 years of experience in automotive quality function is required; degree may be substituted.
ASQC CQE certification is a plus.
Experience as internal auditor for IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 is a plus.
Agreement to complete all post‑hire required training.
Skills And Abilities
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and customer websites.
Knowledge of AIAG based quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, MSA, GD&T, FMEA).
Problem solving methodologies (Toyota Practical Problem Solving, 8D).
Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 Standards.
Knowledge of metrology tools and methods.
Knowledge of SPC & statistical analysis software (Minitab or similar).
Effective interpersonal skills, negotiations, training, presentation.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional Score 26 on the cognitive portion).
Travel Requirements This position typically requires up to 15% travel.
DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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