Global Gear LLC has an opening for the position of Quality Engineer (Ref# QE48ML).
Work Location: 2500 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Position requires up to 10% domestic travel.
Job Duties: Plan and conduct activities concerned with the quality control and quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products for gear manufacturing. Actively involved in the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process for all new jobs or process changes, including specific input for gauging requirements and control plan development. Responsible for creating and maintaining CMM part specific programs for inspection test equipment (CMM’s, M & M Gear checkers, etc.). Responsible for monthly scrap reporting and evaluation. Actively participate in the Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement activities as necessary. Ensure all suppliers and the materials they provide follow engineering and manufacturing specifications and company and government standards. Develop new approaches to solve problems identified during quality activities. Work directly with suppliers and audit supplies regularly for quality control. Communicate significant issues or developments identified during quality activities and provide recommended process improvements to management. Prepare and present technical and program information to team members and management. Write and implement procedures for ISO standards. Create quality alerts and monitor sort activities. Conduct layouts for PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) submissions. Continually review and optimize existing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and quality. Use of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
Requirements: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign academic equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Plus 3 years of experience in the job offered or 3 years in a related occupation including Mechanical Engineer or related experience. Position requires 3 years of experience with APQP, PPAP, and ISO 9001. 40hrs/week.
Application Instructions: To apply, please MAIL resume to the following address, ensuring to indicate the position reference code (Ref# QE48ML) for which you are applying. Mail to: Global Gear LLC, Attn: HR Manager, 2500 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515.