PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Quality Engineer is to develop, document, and train personnel to quality methodologies and analytical techniques to monitor the performance of Gentex product, purchased goods, and processes, and to focus on continual improvement efforts associated with each. Additionally, the QE shall participate in efforts for sustainment and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) as required by ISO 9001 and AS 9100 standards.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Lead Continuous Improvement efforts in support of the QMS (ISO 9001 or AS 9100)
- Optimize the development, analysis, and utilization of QMS data to support Continuous Improvement efforts and measurements of QMS effectiveness for management review.
- Coordinate and Lead Internal QMS audits.
- Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement teams.
- Lead root cause analysis & corrective action teams.
- Interface with customers and Design engineering to define & document acceptance criteria for quality plans and insure their proper execution.
- Represent Quality in the New Product Development Process as required.
- Mentor and train quality personnel in QMS and Continuous Improvement efforts.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(s):
The QE must possess a BS degree in a technical discipline (Preferably Electrical Engineering), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification to a Quality discipline and/or lean six sigma green belt is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Proficiency in Continuous Improvement techniques
- Knowledge in metrology techniques and outputs
- Familiarity with LabView programming
- Knowledge of computer controlled test equipment
- Familiarity with flow and resistance testing for human respiratory products.
- Excellent oral & written communication skills
- Team focused with the ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of Quality Management System standards such as ISO 9001 or AS 9100
- Knowledge with Process Control tools, and statistical techniques to analyze and solve problems.
CONTACT WITH OTHERS:
Job requires regular contact with nearly every functional element within the company including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality Control, Test Lab, Engineering, Purchasing, Production Operations, and Warehousing.
Occasional interface with customers required if quality complaints arise.
Contact with vendors will be required for continual quality monitoring.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL/COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The individual must have a high level of comprehension, and a high level of general, verbal, written, and numerical intelligence.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works majority of the day in a climate-controlled environment, with the exception of or otherwise specified, performing work in the warehouse or manufacturing areas which are subject to changes in temperature and/or noise.
TRAVEL:
Limited travel required.
