Engineer I, Quality

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Matteson, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer I is responsible for operating the Quality Management System (QMS) and writing procedures to support the QMS development. Other responsibilities include leading audits across all areas of the organization, providing training for QMS, and working on various quality projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent, relevant experience
1 to 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing setting preferred
Working knowledge of measurement and calibration
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Basic knowledge of electrical engineering
Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
Knowledge of quality systems and Lean manufacturing
Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9000
Comfortable working independently and with others
Results-oriented and perseverant
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Project and process management skills
Strong attention to detail
Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve
MS Office Suite and Minitab
Flexible schedule to address issues at work as they arise and to attend meetings based on overseas schedules

Nice To Haves

CFEI certification preferred
Laboratory or research experience preferred
Background with GTNT preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee effective implementation of the QMS, including any business accreditations
Maintain the Quality Manuals and Quality Procedures and ensure contents are appropriate for business, operation, and customer requirements
Conduct the final inspection for all outgoing shipments
Organize and manage internal and external audits and corrective action reporting, including training and guiding other auditors
Create daily safety and visual inspection reports to send to HQ
Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to adhere to process and prevent occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process, or system
Maintain the Standard Operating Procedure content and coordinate the issuing of these documents
Review, collect, and analyze data on quality procedures to continuously improve plant targets using the 4M process
Maintain and repair laboratory machines as necessary and track spare parts
Train new line operators and engineers on quality issues
Promote the use of customer preferred techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis
Provide quality information to customer service team
Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding compliance documentation or validation results
Recommend resolution of identified deviations from established product or process standards
Create, populate, or maintain databases for tracking validation activities, test results, or validated systems
Participate in internal or external training programs to maintain knowledge of validation principles, industry trends, or novel technologies
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards: 1. Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain 2. Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned