Quality Engineer

　　Country/Region: US

　　Location:

　　Lafayette, IN, US, 47904-1863

　　Req ID 64592 | CSS Lafayette Plant, United States

　　About the Team

　　We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join the team at the ZF Lafayette facility. At the ZF Lafayette facility, the Quality Engineering team assists in the production of automotive components for the commercial vehicle market including products such as steering columns and pitman arms. An engineer in this role will be responsible for ensuring production in their responsible area is continuously improved. The engineer responsible will be responsible for all quality items related to the production unit assigned including APQP, corrective action, CIS projects and day to day quality activities. Communication throughout all levels of the plant, critical thinking, problem solving, and the right technical skills will be vital to success in this role.

　　What you can look forward to as a Quality Engineer

　　Maintain and improve Quality Management systems consistent with IATF 16949 and customer specific requirements by improving existing processes, implementing new/improved equipment as well as gauging and maintaining existing production quality control systems.

　　Assist in creating and maintaining control plans, in-process checks/inspections, for product lines and pFMEA inputs.

　　Monitor and develop reporting information based on comparative analysis that will aid problem resolution for the following areas: customer rejected/returned material, warranty, scrap and first line reject rates.

　　Interface with customer at all levels of the organization on all related quality issues, including onsite visits and lead Customer Corrective Actions.

　　Participate/manage APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and other automotive quality management tools and processes.

　　What your profile as Quality Engineer

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).

　　3+ years of experience in a quality field (experience in a manufacturing setting preferred).

　　Strong communication skills, including verbal, written and presentation skills.

　　Experience with Microsoft Office.

　　Experience with gauges, machine acquisitions and process improvement preferred.

　　Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) a plus.

　　Knowledge of IATF Auditing/Certification a plus.

　　What We Offer:

　　Commercial Vehicle solutions from the ZF Group provide the capability to shape the future of commercial transportation systems. With a comprehensive portfolio and expertise it enables ZF to reimagine transportation for a safer and sustainable tomorrow. Our technologies and services for commercial vehicles and fleets make them more efficient, safe, connected, intelligent and automated wherever they operate.

　　A supportive collaborative team environment

　　Annual Incentive Plan Paid Vacation

　　Personal Time

　　401k Plan

　　Health Care Benefits

　　Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement

　　A strong diversity culture

　　Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

　　Be part of our ZF team as Quality Engineer and apply now!

　　Contact

　　Bethany Vijayakumar

　　DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

　　Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

　　With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

　　Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

　　What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

　　At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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