Quality Engineer 1st Shift (Shelby Township)

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Job Number: 66762 
Group: Magna Powertrain  
Division: MPT Sterling Heights 
Job Type: Permanent/Regular 
Location: SHELBY TOWNSHIP 
Work Style:  

 

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

 

Forward. For all.

 

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

 

About the Role

• A supporter for the quality team to strengthen existing systems which promote a zero-defect manufacturing process. Be a facilitator and coordinator between Suppliers, Magna internal departments and support groups.  A member of our cross functional teams and when needed a leader to accomplish team goals while working within the established processes. Be the first responder to supplier and customer concerns and any potential risk to our products or deliveries to customers. Manage the risk through containment, short term countermeasures and other Quality core tools.
• All Quality aspects to continuously improve the quality performance of the organization and the support of all associated systems to achieve world class operation levels

Your Responsibilities

• Champion the strengthening of quality systems with all departments in the organization. Guide and train all employees on systems and requirements during all phases of a program from quote through end of service life. Support the APQP process for new programs by leading the teams through the proper steps.
• Maintain documentation and records as required by customers, Magna and governmental regulations. Act as liaison between MPT Sterling Heights, customers, suppliers and all departments within the organization. Owner of the PPAP Quality documentation
• Commitment to our zero-defect policy as well as safety and health in the work environment. Respond to internal and external customer concerns and potential risk to products, Magna, or the customer and manage the situation to minimize any negative impact to Magna, suppliers, and customers.
• Technical contact for both internal and external customers for any type of product or process concerns. Develop, modify, improve, and troubleshoot processes associated with stamping, welding, heat treat, assembly, and machining of automotive components. Conducts failure analysis based on structured problem solving and resolution of problems.
• Takes and maintains ownership of products and processes from launch through PPAP and program closure. Perform audits to automotive standards (CQI 9 and CQI 15) as well as internal audits for various areas of the business including implementation of corrective actions. Initiate and lead cost reduction projects.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities, submits improvement suggestions (CI, Safety). Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF16949, ISO 9001, ISO14001 (EMS), the Employee Handbook and other. Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment).  Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Leader immediately and is active in preventing risk to employees or property

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field of study required. Master’s degree in engineering field preferred. A minimum of five years’ experience in metallurgical, mechanical, or electrical engineering or other related field is required. Strong working knowledge of Quality systems and specifications is required.
• Ability to write clear and concise technical reports.  Ability to make effec