Hackney and Kidron · 12 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Hackney and Kidron is a company specializing in vocational truck bodies and trailers since 1946. They are seeking a Quality Engineer who will provide daily quality system support, develop and implement quality control systems, and lead problem-solving investigations related to quality issues.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Implement ISO 9001 QMS processes based on existing model
Supervise North Carolina Quality team. Coach and develop team members
Develop, control and maintain QMS documentation as required
Lead problem solving investigations related to internal and external issues
Provide leadership and support for Lean \ Kaizen improvement activities
Maintain QMS performance metrics and prepare reports and analysis as required
Conduct statistical analysis of product and process quality as required
Conduct training \ education sessions as required
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
QMS – should have personal experience in QMS development and assessment using ISO 9000 or TS16949 requirements
Problem Solving – should be able to effectively apply a range of problem-solving tools in a team environment, identify root causes and appropriate corrective actions
Lean\ Kaizen – should have working knowledge of Lean principles and some experience leading Kaizen or 6 Sigma improvement efforts
Communication – must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and understand how human factors and motivation impact quality
Organization – must be able to demonstrate capability to follow 5S principles
Quality Control – should demonstrate competence in basic metrology, statistics, testing and inspection procedures
Technologies – must be proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Educational- BS degree Engineering Mechanical /Industrial or similar
Physical fitness to perform all QA functions. Individual will have to visually inspect all aspects of in work and finished product. This may require some reaching, climbing, kneeling, sitting, standing. Individual must be able to communicate effectively
Employee must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 35lbs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Preferred
Experience – prefer 5+ years in truck\ automotive manufacturing or metal fabrication