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Why Aludyne?

Aludyne is recognized as the #1 aluminum knuckle manufacturer in the world. We have over 30 strategically located facilities across the globe, with leading market shares in several key regions. With this infrastructure, we are able to serve our global customers as well as meet the needs of local demands of speed, flexibility and efficiency. 

At Aludyne, we aim to recruit and retain smart, inquisitive people fueled by the same entrepreneurial spirit that drives us. It’s how we deliver on the promises we make to customers, and to each other. We believe in continuous improvement for our workforce and providing them with the tools necessary to further their career while also giving them the autonomy to make a defined difference.

Benefits We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits Package to include medical, dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Employer 401K Match, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation and holidays.

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QUALITY ENGINEER 

The Quality Engineer provides quality support and leadership for all new and existing products and processes in the plant. Coordinates with the proper company personnel to provide timely and accurate answers for the customers. Leads development and refinement of product specific Quality systems to ensure compliance to customer standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include:

Lead problem solving activities for customer issues and provide customer with complete 8DOperates PC-based software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, Mini TabConduct internal audits to ensure conformance with IATF 16949 requirementsPrepare and submit PPAP per customer requirementsObtain PPAP approval for new product and process changesPerform/Support root cause analysis methodology using the 8D formatOperates PC-based software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, Mini TabSupport product launches, Engineering changes and/or improvement changes at customer location and ensures Quality systems are updated to complianceAssists in training new Quality employees in all aspects of Quality inspections and document training with education and Training sign-in sheetsMonitor floor to ensure product is produced to customer specification and inspection activities are being conducted in accordance with control plan requirementsHelp to establish breakpoint for non-conforming materialIssue of RMA for customer issuesSupport plant floor inspections and Dock AuditsDevelop and implement preventive actions for plant production processesDevelop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluationDevise forms/instructions for recording, evaluating, reporting quality and reliability dataEvaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testingInitiate and implement re-work instructionsInitiate claims to suppliers for defective materialsOther Quality functions as assigned by Quality Manager
Requirements

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of ISO/TS16949 IATF standardPrior automotive die casting and or machining manufacturing experience is a plusProficient in Core Quality Tools - APQP, PPAP, MSA, FMEA & SPCProblem Solving tools such as 8D, Is – Is not, Cause and Effect, etc.Working knowledge with PCDMIS software and CMM Programming is a plusWorking knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and ability to read and interpret blueprints and CMM reportsEffective interpersonal skills, including listening and persuasionExperienced in quality system and process auditsWorking knowledge of Six Sigma conceptsData collection and statistical analysis; Minitab preferredMust understand basic math and statistics

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in a technical area such as Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, Materials/Supply Chain, etc.  May consider eight (8) years of directly relevant Quality/Manufacturing experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree At least five (5) years of experience in a Quality role performing responsibilities that are same as or similar to those listed in the Job SummaryLiaison experience with customers and suppliersMust have working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, 8D methodology, supplier quality, quality tools, and customer web-based systems 

Physical Demands

Occasional bending, squatting, sitting, lifting, climbing, walking, working in oils and solventsElevated noise levelsElevated temperatures near ovens and in summerProximity to moving equipmentTypical manufacturing environment when on shop floorHeavy lifting up to 50 pounds  

Aludyne is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or other legally protected status.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Aludyne does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers of recruiting service associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to any member within Aludyne will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Talent Acquisition Team have authority to engage or authorize recruiting services.  

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