Quality EngineerThis position is located in Bellefontaine, OHThe Quality Engineer assists in the implementation and maintenance of all quality system requirements including APQP, PPAP, customer concerns and customer visits, gauging, process control plans, supplier issues, TS 16949 elements, customer specific requirements.Primary Responsibilities:Establish and implement process control plans to include capability studies, gage repeatability and reproducibility (Gage R&R) studiesProvide quality related documents to the manufacturing floor, including control plans, control cards, visual aids and work instructionsMonitor production floor processes for conformance to control plans and customer requirements which includes fit, function, reliability, durability and reappearance criteriaParticipate in Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP)Prepare and submit Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages ensuring all elements are met per customer requirementsDevelop and implementation of SPC activities, including originating objectives, goals and time tables, and implementing new techniques as they become availablePerform capability studies on new jobs and in other situations where they are neededParticipates in and performs Layered Process Audits (LPA) per planEnsures Housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintainedComplies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards such as TS 16949 and ISO 14001Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement including LeanMay, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this descriptionEducation and Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredFour-year College or University Degree in Business, Quality, Engineering or related field preferredTwo to three years' experience in a Quality related role, preferably in the automotive industryAbility to solve complex problems and exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of informationAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and specificationsProven leadership, interpersonal skills and personal development skillsExperience in a variety of basic operation disciplines: Manufacturing, Quality, Process / Tooling and Shop Floor SupervisionProficient in Microsoft OfficeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsWillingness and ability to travel, as necessaryWork Environment/Work Conditions:Professional Office EnvironmentMust wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floorTravel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when requiredEquipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injuryPosition Type:RegularAdditional Locations:Additional Information:Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers.
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