Quality Control Engineer

Quality Control Engineer

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures, and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network. 

OVERVIEW:

The candidate in this position will contribute to the Quality team by working closely with manufacturing and engineering groups to focus on our drive to be the highest delivered quality compact equipment in the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect and evaluate quality data to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate early hour warranty claims and collaborate with team members on action plans to improve customer satisfaction.
• Work with Operations to create corrective action plans to address process failures.
• Review supplier performance metrics and initiate Supplier Corrective Actions to mitigate impact on production schedule.
• Conduct audits of supplier processes and products to ensure compliance.
• Develop dashboard to monitor COPQ inputs and status. Implement plans to improve performance in main categories such as rework and scrap.
• Review Engineering Changes to create PPAP requirements and review submittals to ensure compliance.
• Improve metrology capabilities by developing programs for CMM arm, design fixtures, and gages on common parts to achieve acceptable Gage R&R.
• Provide support and analysis on special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent.

· Three (3) years of Quality Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or Test Engineering experience.

· Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

· Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems and components.

· Proficient in quality analysis tools such as 8D, SPC, PFMEA, DFMEA and others.

· Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to teach basic problem-solving techniques and facilitate problem solving team events.

· Knowledge of fabrication-based quality control methods, tools, and techniques.

· Strong engineering analysis skills, as well as data analysis and reporting.

· Effective communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, and team building skills.

· Manages time effectively, remains organized in all circumstances.

· Self-motivated with a prominent level of initiative.

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principal activities. 

Worksite:      Grand Rapids, MN    Position: Quality Control Engineer

Job Type:     Full Time                       FLSA:    Exempt

Department: Operations                Work Schedule:     M-TH

Starting Wage: $65-75K

This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 10% of base salary.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.