Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Sr. Quality Engineer (Gears).
**What you'll do**:
**PRIMARY FUNCTION**:
A. Monitors and improves a quality system in the manufacturing process. Supports other process engineers and supervisors on the tools and techniques of quality improvement. These will include problem solving techniques, Six Sigma, IATF 16949:2016, and process improvement techniques like Kaizen principles.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**:
A. Develop process control plans & review data collection methods & applicability of data to operator control; assist in the development & implementation of Dynamic Control Plan (DCP)
B. Assist with the implementation of quality systems (EQMS, IATF 16949:2016)
C. Assist in the development of PFMEA's and PPAP's
E. Direct & conduct process potential studies & sample layout of new or revised processes
F. Interact with & assist customers on quality related issues, report root cause & corrective actions back to customer support engineer; conduct customer visits if needed
G. Assist in the preparation of customer required reporting
H. Actively participate in manufacturing & process improvement teams as the voice of the customer
I. Participate as a member of APQP teams to bring product to market
J. Assist in the development & presentation of cost of quality measurements
K. Assist in identifying & coordinating quality related training programs
L. Perform additional functions as required
M. Leads SPC through the plant
O. Promotes the company's mission and vision by actively supporting Eaton's ethics and values as well as quality policies.
P. Motivate and coach employees to maintain high levels of satisfaction, productivity, and quality through effectively utilizing available rewards and recognition channels to encourage and promote desired behaviors and results.
**Qualifications**:
**SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE**
A. Bachelor's degree in engineering (Quality, Statistics, preferred)
C. English - language capability, speaking, reading and writing required.
D. Certificate Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus
E. Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt would be a plus
F. Strong statistics and problem solving technics
G. Strong communication skills
H. Thorough knowledge of statistics & statistical process control, including gauge repeatability & reproducibility studies
J. Strong knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerance (GD&T) principles
K. Strong knowledge of AIAG and IATF 16949:2016 standards
L. Proficiency in problem solving & quality techniques including:
- SPC
- PFMEA
- PPAP
- 8-D problem solving
- APQP
- MSA
- Capability Analysis
- Problem Solving
- VOC
M. Ability to communicate in the English language (80%)
N. Knowledge of Automotive Standards and Supplier Quality Manuals.
O. Knowledge in internal cracks inspection by magnaflux would be a plus.
P. Knowledges in tools for the manufacture of gears
Q. Knowledges in Data Matrix (2D Code), programming would be a plus.
R. Knowledges in Cleanlines (Particles Inspection Reports) would be a plus.
**Skills**:
**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.**
A. Proactive & results driven
B. Position requires a customer-focus, proactive problem solving skills & effective communications techniques to deal with internal & external customers & suppliers.
C. Participate actively in Eaton's initiatives such as community involvement, diversity and wellness.
D. Quality Functional Competencies
E. Comply with the confidentiality agreements that are applicable and accept the data privacy policy accordingly.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.