Garmin · 19 hours ago
Quality Engineer 1
Salem, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGarmin is seeking a full-time Quality Engineer 1 in Salem, OR. In this role, you will be responsible for understanding and implementing basic quality tools and methods, contributing to ECO implementation, and collaborating with Senior Quality Engineers during design reviews.
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Responsibilities
Understands and implements basic quality tools and methods
Understands and contributes to ECO implementation
Participates in design reviews with Senior Quality Engineers
Demonstrates ability to complete well defined basic tasks and/or projects
Identifies and resolves defects of basic scope using proper engineering tools and techniques
Learns to use/apply engineering tools relevant for performing the essential functions of this job description
Communicates status of work clearly providing visibility to supervisor or mentor
May be responsible for planning own technical work
Thoroughly documents work in an organized manner
Works collaboratively and professionally in a team environment and shares information and ideas freely with Garmin associates to achieve goals
Accepts and acts on constructive criticism
Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or another related engineering discipline OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with the demonstrated ability to apply learned knowledge
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated capability for applying industry standards and procedures to develop, implement, and document operational processes
Ability to learn how to use and apply engineering tools
Must demonstrate the capability to perform basic troubleshooting & debugging
Demonstrates understanding of lean tools and methods
Preferred
Awareness of IATF 16949/VDA, AS 9100, APQP, and Customer Specific Requirements
Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and Gage R&R studies
Prior use of measuring tools such as: calipers, micrometers, go/no go gauges, and height and depth gauges
Experience reading engineering drawings and interpreting tolerances
Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gages
Experience with SPC software, Minitab, Excel, and data analysis
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Excellent written and verbal skills for cross-functional teams
Good analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits
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Company
Garmin
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