Job Posting: Quality Engineer

Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining quality processes and procedures in the manufacturing production or process area. The position reports to the Quality Manager.

Typical Duties
• Maintain adherence to all safety guidelines. Review safety performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active promotion of Quality Policy. Assure that department is following established Procedures/Work Instructions/etc. Assure that all prescribed records and documents are properly completed and maintained. Review Quality performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Foster a positive working environment through fair, consistent, and respectful treatment of employees.
• Conduct various skills assessments and performance evaluations for assigned employees. Establish employee goals.
• Develop/strengthen the Quality team through proper training, coaching, and guidance.
• Drive 5S and housekeeping activities to improve quality,
• Proactive approach to improving quality through cross-functional teams, ensure participation by all team members in continual improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Maintain prompt and effective communication with Quality personnel, Production group, and appropriate support groups to ensure that proper attention is provided to assure product quality.
• Work to foster a culture of ownership, passion, and a sense of urgency.
• Assist with closing open/pending issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities designed to reduce the cost of poor quality.
• Prepare CARs/NCRs documentation as applicable.

Education:
• BS/BA in a related field of study (i.e., Engineering, management, operations research/management, etc.) OR five years Quality experience with increasing responsibilities, previous team lead, supervisor or quality engineer experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience/Knowledge/Skills
• Experience with ISO Quality Systems is required. Lead Auditor certification is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing methods are highly desirable.
• Proficient in using a computer and common office software is required (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, including the ability to work in a self-directed environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills are required, including experience preparing problem-solving documents.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers, particularly automotive-related, is required.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Prefer: Bilingual Korean