Location: Holland,MI, USA
Junior Quality EngineerJob Number: 70363Group: Magna ExteriorsDivision: ENGINEERED GLASSJob Type: Permanent/RegularLocation:Holland, MICHIGAN, US, 49423Work Style:About usWe see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.Forward. For all.Group SummaryThe Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.JOB SUMMARY:Quality Engineering (QE) roles at Magna Engineered Glass (Magna) consist of 3 functional groups; Production, Launch, and Supplier development engineering. In each of these groups the QE will champion both internal (Magna) and external (OEM) costumer requirements. QEs support Production and Engineering teams by providing data collected via inspection, audit, and testing activities. QEs champion controlling documents and standards to achieve World Class Quality. QEs are required to work with cross functional teams in understanding the why made/ why shipped causation of issues through the implementation of the various problem-solving techniques.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Work with cross functional team in generating solutions to problems impacting key production metricsCommunicate customer expectations effectively and clearly to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.Plan, execute, and oversee inspection and testing of manufactured products to ensure conformance with internal and external requirements.Analyze warranty return parts and components to understand were product or process improvements can be made to eliminate reoccurrence of issue.Collect and track customer issues to understand performance from the customer perspective.Maintain lessons learned to support future programs and facilitate continuous improvement.Audit product and process to ensure best practices and standards are being followed.REQUIREMENTS:Quality Engineer 1:Previous work experience as a Quality Technician, Quality Supervisor or similar roleWorking knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)Ability to read and understand basic technical documentationHigh focus on detailStrong desire to understand and interpret numerical dataBasic computer skills to access customer portals and websites4 year degree or 3 years of hands on experience in a direct quality roleAdditional Quality certifications a plusInternal scrap review with Corrective actionsManage sorting (internal or third party) activities. Use data to drive corrective actionsEnglish proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.CORE COMPETENCIES:Operational knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 requirements and how they are appliedOperational knowledge of IATF 16949/ISO 9001 2015 requirements and how they are appliedIn depth understanding of internal and external customer requirements.Understand key influences to production metrics such as but not limited to First Pass Yield, Scrap, Process variation, and production yield.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to move around the manufacturing facility, including standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods, to conduct inspections, audits, and meetings.Proficiency in manipulating small parts and operating testing equipment, demonstrating good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.Strong vision, including close-up and color vision, for reading technical documentation, inspecting parts, and interpreting data accurately.High level of attention to detail to identify defects, analyze data, and ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and customer requirements.