This is an exciting opportunity to provide quality Engineering leadership and support in new product and process introductions, process and product improvements, safety, and problem-solving to drive continuous improvement in the assigned area. Act as a technical resource to address issues that impact product quality and customer satisfaction. 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Communicate and liaison with customers to establish a general positive relationship.

  • This includes coordinating and responding to PPAP requests, corrective action requests, and warranty reviews.

• Participate in customer audits. Review, evaluate, and communicate customer-specific requirements.

• Apply problem-solving techniques to identify the root cause of quality issues and then use problem-solving ability to provide an immediate interim solution.

  • Facilitate the team to enact permanent corrective action to resolve the identified root cause(s).

• Take ownership of the Quality Management System for designated areas.

  • Plan and execute inspection strategies for work cells to improve quality and optimize efficiency. 

  • This includes developing and maintaining controls plans and records consistent with the requirements outlined in the AIAG Advanced Product Quality Planning Reference Manual. 

  • Conduct capability studies and measurement system analysis; prepare visual aids to assist with quality determinations. 

• Conduct audits of work and processes for compliance to requirements and objectives.

• Review, analyze, and report on key quality data from designated areas.

  • Disposition of non-conforming material. 

  • Take corrective action when the product or process does not conform to stated requirements.

  • Lead and support continuous improvement activities to reduce variation and waste to acceptable targets. 

• Participate in new product development and change management activities, including associated risk analysis.

  • Support the development of new and revised products, processes, and specifications to meet customer and internal quality system requirements and targets.  

• Manage processes to contain & prevent purchased part quality issues from impacting the external customer.

  • Coordinate with and support the Supplier Quality Team.

Required Skills & Experience:

• BS Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering

• 3 - 8 years of related work experience (looking for Quality Engineer & Senior Quality Engineer for the team)

• Working in Construction/Ag/Automotive Vehicle Industry preferred OR HVAC Industry

• ISO9001/IATF 16949

• Print Reading w/GD&T

• APQP, PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA, SPC

• Structured Root Cause Analysis

• 8D Corrective Action Process

• “Certified Quality Engineer” designation from ASQ is preferred but not required.

• Auditor Certification is preferred but not required.

• Experience in Lean - Six Sigma preferred, but not required.

About Versique:
At Versique, we believe people are more than a resume. People invent, propel, unearth, and build. They transform teams, markets, industries, and bottom lines. People do more than fill an open position. They open greater potential. We’re here to help fill your human potential and build your human capacity. The Versique brand represents a powerful combination of “versatile” and “unique,” hinting at the concept of “search” in its pronunciation.

In 2023, Versique made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal’s Fast 50 list for fastest-growing private companies in Minnesota. Additionally, for the past four years, Versique has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and awarded a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, which speaks to the incredible culture we’ve fostered.

We believe people are the ultimate business advantage. Let’s find your people together. And make the best possible.

Versique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
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