Quality Engineer

Dana Corp
United States, Tennessee, Humboldt
899 Dana Drive (Show on map)
May 01, 2024
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Job Purpose The Quality Engineer oversees the organization's manufacturing and engineering processes by ensuring the proper use of tools, materials and procedures. They also work with the quality team to create and maintain standards for manufactured products. Job Duties and Responsibilities * Manage the internal audit function for the quality system. * Use the internal audit system to drive continuous improvement. * Manage the documentation change management system. * Participate in cross functional teams to develop of PFMEAs, control plans and work instructions, utilizing risk assessments to ensure process controls deliver continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. * Perform MSA and capability studies of new and current gages and equipment. * Address quality rejects including customer-returned material. * Assist and coach others in the use of statistical techniques. * Assist with process improvements and data analysis. * Conduct process capability studies and quality audits. * Conduct and participate in customer visits and reviews. * Other duties as required. Requirements: * Experience with FMEAs, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions. * Excellent organizational and time management skills * Strong project management skills and leadership abilities * Proficient in the use of Minitab or other statistical analysis programs * Proficient in the understanding of Engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications * Proficient in understanding of APQP and program management techniques. Typical Experience Required/Preferred: * Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical engineering, with 2-5 years of experience required. * ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred. * Demonstrated competence in Quality related statistics. * Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred or attained within one year of hire/placement. * Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.