Quality Engineer

Description

GENTEX AT A GLANCE:

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The QE must possess a BS degree in a technical discipline (Preferably Electrical Engineering), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification to a Quality discipline and/or lean six sigma green belt is preferred.
   

ABOUT THE JOB!

The purpose of the Quality Engineer is to develop, document, and train personnel to quality methodologies and analytical techniques to monitor the performance of Gentex product, purchased goods, and processes, and to focus on continual improvement efforts associated with each. Additionally the QE shall participate in efforts for sustainment and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) as required by ISO 9001 and AS 9100 standards. 

Gentex offers a robust benefit package- including, but not limited to, medical coverages, 401k, paid time off and excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum 2 years of previous experience in quality concepts, metrics and problem solving methodologies; including supplier quality, manufacturing quality, internal auditing, SPC, Root Cause analysis, and COPQ reduction 
• Expert use of Microsoft Office suite in the generation of professional documents and reports. 
• Use of Minitab or equivalent statistical software packages is preferred
• Lean/six-sigma experience desired
• Strong background in testing and measurement methodologies
• Proficiency in Continuous Improvement techniques
• Knowledge in metrology techniques and outputs 
• Familiarity with LabView programming
• Knowledge of computer controlled test equipment
• Familiarity with flow and resistance testing for human respiratory products
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Team focused with the ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of Quality Management System standards such as ISO 9001 or AS 9100
• Knowledge with Process Control tools, and statistical techniques to analyze and solve problems

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead Continuous Improvement efforts in support of the QMS (ISO 9001 or AS 9100)
• Optimize the development, analysis, and utilization of QMS data to support Continuous Improvement efforts and measurements of QMS effectiveness for management review
• Coordinate and Lead Internal QMS audits
• Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement teams
• Lead root cause analysis & corrective action teams
• Interface with customers and Design engineering to define & document acceptance criteria for      quality plans, and insure their proper execution
• Represent Quality in the New Product Development Process as required
• Mentor and train quality personnel in QMS and Continuous Improvement efforts
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION:

N/A

TO APPLY:

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LOCATION: Gentex’s Rancho Cucamonga facility is in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is a city of about 177,000 residents located just south of the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest in San Bernardino County, California, United States. About 37 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles, Rancho Cucamonga is the 19th most populous city in southern California and the 27th state-wide. The city's seal, which centers on a cluster of grapes, alludes to the city's agricultural history including winemaking. Also, the Ontario Reign Hockey and Quakers Baseball teams are located 20 minutes from the Rancho Cucamonga location.

At Gentex, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or on the basis of disability. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Gentex, please call our Human Resources department at 909-257-3598.