Analyzing alignment and tolerances. If required, determining alignment and tolerances for individual parts.
Moderate the P-FMEA.
Develop production control plans for series production.
Develop method plans for part specific-gauges.
Reporting the project status to the customer via customer-specific systems such as QPN, RMT.
Monitoring quality levels of prototypes, pre-series parts, and initial samples.
Acting as the primary contact for quality up to the point of handover to the production location.
Supporting the production locations if required.
Passing through gates in the project (defined tasks) specified in the PDP.
Storing relevant documents in CIM DATABASE, according to the workflow.
In-depth knowledge of methods for identifying and highlighting potential risks in products and processes at an early stage.
Competent contact for other departments.
20% travel required in US, possibly Canada and Mexico. Early 2020 there will be quite a bit of travel to South Carolina.
QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years’ experience in a Quality and Engineering environment in manufacturing/automotive industry
Minimum 2 years as a Quality Planning Specialist
Experience working for a Tier 1 on Ford account and other OEM's.
Understanding of AIAG 5 Core Tools i.e. PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC and FMEA requirements
Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), Significant Characteristics (SC) selection, Statistical Process Control, customer-specific requirements.
Good understanding of customer specific test methods applicable to part requirements
Certified Quality Engineer CQE body of knowledge
APQP Product Launch skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Effective problem-solving skills (8D) and decision-making skills
Ability to read blueprint drawings
Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
Ability to conduct effective training sessions
Will need to have experience with a few: Electric vehicles, Battery trays, Laser (hybrid) welding, Laser 3D Scanning, Laser cleaning, Aluminum welding, Leak testing, Milling (machining), and/or E-coat
EDUCATION:
University Degree or College Diploma specializing in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Metallurgical Engineering