Quality Engineer

A leading manufacturer of automotive components is looking for a Quality Engineer to lead continuous improvement, problem solving, corrective actions, supplier quality, quality management system maintenance and production support projects at their large plant near Mt. Pleasant, IA. The QE will spend much of his or her time on the production floor. This is an excellent opportunity to further learn and hone QC, QA and continuous improvement skills and prepare for advancement. A technical BS degree from an accredited university is required, along with 2 years of hands-on quality engineering experience. Knowledge must include ISO9001/TS16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, SPC, blue print reading, supplier quality, internal auditing and problem solving. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, advanced statistics or statistically designed experiments is required. A professional certification from ASQ (CQE, CQA or CQM) is preferred. The Quality Engineer will be heavily involved in developing and maintaining Work Instructions, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP and PFMEA documents, and he or she is expected to participate and lead 8D investigations. A high level of customer interaction can be expected. This company offers excellent benefits including relocation assistance. Candidates with a stable work history and good quality experience are encouraged to apply.