Engineer, Quality Sr

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Sr. Quality Engineer

Job Summary

Provide Quality Engineering support for multiple operation teams at Polaris’ facility. Assignments will involve both proactive and reactive solutions to address quality issues affecting the assigned processes. Will be responsible to manage the quality program of assigned processes and all related aspects.

Location: Roseau

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Responsibilities

· Support Quality Initiatives and Programs as assigned.

· Coordinate inspection of discrepant or suspect parts or material with supplier or third party

when applicable

· Participate or Lead Failure Analysis and Root Cause and Corrective Requests Action

Investigations

· Support other Quality Engineers on quality issues.

· Report process quality metrics

· Communicate process issues/problems/concerns to Management.

· Generate special Quality Instructions and/or procedures as needed to contain quality issues

or to assist with process validations.

· Develop/Track internal metrics, identify opportunities for continuous improvement and lead

improvement initiatives.

· Perform Six Sigma Measurement System Analysis (MSA/GR&R) and process capability

studies. Perform DOE if required.

· Work with production to improve in the use of measurement systems.

· Participate in new product launch teams

· Support internal audits as needed or product transfers.

Experience & Skills

· Five (5) or more years of experience in quality or process engineering or an equivalent field required.

· Previous Quality experience in automotive or similar assembly experience required.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment is required.

· Ability to lead technicians in testing and inspection methods for these processes.

· Demonstrated Black Belt level depth of knowledge in Six Sigma methods and tools.

· Experience with measuring systems common to assembly processes including torque and

data gathering/reporting required.

· Strong process improvement skills, including PFMEA, Control Plans, RCCA (8D), DOE, Gage

R&R, PPAP, blue print reading skills, GD&T, product failure analysis experience, and Quality

Management Systems (QMS).

· Experience in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing is a plus.

· Leading teams in Six Sigma projects, Black Belt training, or BB certification would be a strong

plus.

· Leadership experience with hourly and salaried subordinates.

· Ability to travel for job as required for business need.

· Must be a self-starter and able to work independently without supervision.

Education

· Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field required. Master’s degree preferred.

Competencies

Achievement Orientation

Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent that meet or exceed standard

expectations.

Collaborating with Others

Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals.

Customer Value Management

Developing customer value plans to create value for sales opportunities through effective

communications and thorough knowledge of customers and markets.

Nurturing Innovation

Creating a welcoming environment that encourages different perspectives and new ideas, building a

culture of curiosity, openness, and creativity across the organization and the wider community.

Ensuring Accountability

Holding yourself and others to high standards of accountability, and creating an infrastructure and

transparent corporate culture that supports and measures personal and organizational responsibility

and accountability.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $89,000 to $117,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.  While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range. 

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us