Engineer - Quality

Job Description

Job Description

This position works under the guidance of the Quality Manager and is responsible for supporting improvements in product quality and first pass yield. This is accomplished by identifying quality improvement opportunities, collecting Statistical Process Control (SPC) data, and assisting the quality and production team members with projects related to eliminating in process defects and performing root cause analysis of customer quality complaints. The Quality Engineer helps develop corrective actions, continuous improvement projects, and participates or leads in their completion.

Core Functions

• Identify and lead projects in facilities to implement corrective actions that are sustainable to resolve process defects and customer quality issues.
• Seek out areas to improve quality and function in facilities.
• Collect, analyze, and report real time data related to defect improvement projects and provide support for facility improvement initiatives.
• Manage the collection of analysis of SPC data.
• Monitor incoming material quality and conduct discussions and visits with vendors when quality issues arise on purchased product.
• Drive corrective actions related to incoming materials.
• Conduct and lead continuous improvement projects in multiple facilities and ensure correct documentation is completed to support outcomes.
• Promote the use of SPC techniques to help reduce variability and achieve process control.
• Provide support to the production team in the implementation of changes to drive quality improvements.
• Provide New Product Development support by participating in Process and Design FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis).
• Prepare PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) requests for supplier submission and their subsequent review when received from suppliers.
• Conduct First Article piece part Inspections for Prototype and First Production Run of new components.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience

Required Licenses

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

Travel

Physical Requirements

Physical Activities

Visual Acuity

Working Conditions

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.