Quality Engineer

Join to apply for the Quality Engineer role at ITW Shakeproof. Business Description ITW Shakeproof serves Major Automotive OEMs and their Tier Suppliers with Metal, Cold-headed Fasteners totaling approximately $200M in revenue. In addition to ITWs industry leading R&D capabilities, ITW Shakeproof enhances our customers competitive advantage by: Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America. Exchanging product, process, and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide. Continually improving processes, material, and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value. Essential Functions Actively manage inspection/quality practices to eliminate escapes and minimize customer returns. Review and track all internal and customer quality concerns (NCRs). Work with customers, engineering, operations, vendors and other company functions to determine appropriate corrective actions and facilitate the effective closure of these actions. Team member for the APQP process for new product development and launch; including, but not limited to PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, Design for Manufacturability, etc. Interface with design and production team in coordinating release of new products. Report on the performance of the QMS, metrics, and all related issues during Management Reviews or as appropriate. Recommend appropriate improvements. Maintain all Quality Assurance records. Responsible for development and continuous improvement of the companys Quality Management System. Support internal and supplier audits, as required by customers and the companys Quality Management System. Serve as the organizations Management Representative for audits from outside sources. Drive cost improvement, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the division, including Six Sigma, SPC, and lean manufacturing initiatives. Provide or facilitate the realization of training to employees as required, including indirect mentoring of maintenance and production resources. Support and enforce all plant safety and environmental requirements and policies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or at least 5 years of relevant functional experience. Preferred 2 to 5 years relevant experience in Metals or Automotive. Proficiency in ISO 9001, TS 16949, and OHSAS 18001. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, 365, SharePoint, OneNote, Lync, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Independent and organized work style: ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload, adapt to change, and consistently meet deadlines. Must possess good interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), critical thinking, organizational, statistical, and strong computer skills. Must be able to work closely with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, managers, and sales to resolve quality issues. Must have ability to motivate, coach, and lead others. Pragmatic and results?oriented, analytical, with strong attention to detail. Sponsorship available. Compensation Information $83,600 - $100,000 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Job Details Seniority Level: Mid?Senior level Employment Type: Full?time Job Function: Quality Assurance Industry: Turned Products and Fastener Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr