Quality Program Lead Engineer

Description

• Ensure that the completed Quality Inspection Plans & Quality Assurance Plans are delivered to the Quality Engineers and acknowledged before production start
• Interpreting data and helping teams problem-solve with actionable insights
• Role model and foster the customer-focused Quality-based Culture at Trane Grand Rapids
• Train and mentor Quality Engineers on how to execute Quality Inspection Plans/Quality Assurance Plans
• Administer the deviation process and manage deviations pertaining to respective areas
• Identify and execute improvement opportunities for respective customers and develop improvement plans in conjunction with engineering and key suppliers. Oversee FQA Management with timely, effective closure
• Develop Control Plans based upon PFMEA results that feed creation of Quality Inspection Plans and Quality Assurance Plans
• Creating visualizations and dashboards tailored to team/business needs
• Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to investigate root cause and drive implementation of corrective and preventive actions for customer complaints and internal issues. Leverage common problem-solving tools (9 Step, 8D, A3)
• Support analysis and trending of nonconformance & deviation occurrence to target and mitigate reoccurrence for both sub-supplier and manufactured products
• Support creation of Measurement System Analysis to ensure inspection equipment is adequate for its intended use, as well as repeatable and reproducible
• Manage and maintain organizational KPI structure by creating, monitoring, and reporting performance targets and trends thereof
• Connecting and integrating various data sources (databases, cloud tools, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Oversee the Document Management System to ensure proper control and accessibility of organizational documents and procedures
• Oversee the PPAP process, including the preparation, submission, and approval of PPAP documentation to meet customer requirements
• Ownership, monitoring, support, and coordination of corrective actions, and deviations. Take a leading role in defect analysis and continuous improvement efforts with a goal of zero quality escapes (0 dppm) to customer
• Support all internal and external audits
• Provide support for New Product Development (NPD) activities, including supplier PPAPs and production builds, to address and close gaps in meeting project deadlines.
• Lead Quality Assurance team members, assign objectives & responsibilities, and assess and monitor results. Coach for improvement when needed
• Support operations when quality issues arise to maintain planned production output
• Perform process risk assessments utilizing PFMEA methodology (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to identify and mitigate risks throughout the process flow
• Coordinate and lead APQP activities for new product development (NPD), ensuring all quality planning steps are implemented and carried out
• Implement process improvements by utilizing quality methodologies and tools (Six-sigma, 5S, Lean, SPC, CpK, and TPS) to enhance internal and performance
• Using software like Tableau, Ignition, Power BI, Qlik, etc.
• Conduct and manage New Product Kickoff meetings and change management meetings for the Quality department

Requirements

• Experience with PFD, PFMEA, and Control Plan required
• Ability to communicate at all levels within business and with suppliers, etc.
• Skilled in investigation and determination of root cause, driving implementation of corrective and preventive actions for customer complaints and internal issues
• Experience using common problem-solving tools, preferably 9 Step, 8D, A3 SPS
• Certified APQP Management/Specialist preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in quality engineering and 5+ years of experience or an equivalent 10+ years of Quality related experience within Industrial Manufacturing environment
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time to complete multiple assignments simultaneously
• Work well with colleagues and produce results within a fast-paced and high-pressure atmosphere. Combine strong attention to detail with an orientation towards results/execution

Benefits

• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance