{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"991ddc2f33dbcd3c7cd1595d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/991ddc2f33dbcd3c7cd1595d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/991ddc2f33dbcd3c7cd1595d","title":"Quality Engineer","description":"Position Purpose:\n\nDrive focus of the organization to use FMEA in design/redesign of the products and processes so that we ship product that has zero PPM. Assure the quality elements of new product/processes are addressed at the earliest phases of new product development so that the product/process has a positive impact on plant metrics (such as Cpk, Customer PPM, Scrap, First Pass Yield, Productivity) at launch. Works with Purchasing Commodity Manager to assure high supplier quality. Supports plant quality personnel as a liaison to the division engineering and purchasing departments. Drives continuous improvement through all levels of the quality management system.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\nWork with New Product Development teams using FMEA to focus teams and plants to select and implement a control system that will address the most significant Failure Modes to prevent them from occurring or to 100% reliably prevent a unit with the failure mode from shipping. Use historical control system performance data as a guide in selecting a proven control system type.\nParticipate in New Product Development teams. Use sound APQP fundamentals including D(P)FMEA and past product knowledge/issues/warranty information/etc. to assure critical to quality elements are successfully addressed throughout the project. Promote increased use of poka-yoke systems and high Cp/Cpk levels special characteristics. Work with NPD and SPS teams to design quality into product and processes through use of the AQP process.\n\nWork closely with Purchasing Commodity Managers to drive high quality supplier selection, PPAP approvals, and defect reduction to improve current supply base.\n\nWork with the organization to continually improve/modify our system/processes to impact overall performance of Hendrickson relative to key stakeholder needs/expectations.\nPerform leadership role in working with plants, division personnel, and suppliers to solve problems through use of statistical problem solving and corrective action methodologies.\n\nPerforms quality-based systems audits, process audits and products audits as required, including reporting and corrective action follow up.\n\nAssist management representative with the maintenance and continual improvement of our Quality Management System key processes. This includes identifying and implementing process improvements.\n\nMonitor results-based quality metrics-identify and implement opportunities for improvement.\n\nCompletes other tasks as assigned.\n\nEducation and Training:\n\nFour-year degree in technical, business, or related field required.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nQuality Professional with 3-5 years implementing effective Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing and design environment desired.\nProven usage of statistical methods to assure quality.\nExpert in APQP activities and application of the core tools, including D/PFMEA.\nExperience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly, forging), products and/or industry highly desirable.\nSound understanding of principles of GD&T.\nExperience with measurement system analysis and improvement.\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\nFrequent sitting, work at computer for extended periods of time. Occasional work in the plant to learn and better understand what needs done to impact the overall performance of Hendrickson.\n\nEnvironmental Conditions:\n\nOffice Setting.\n\nBehavioral Traits:\n\nAbility to prioritize, plan, and execute multiple responsibilities, projects, and results-based activities.\nDemonstrate interpersonal skills.\nProject/team management skills will be critical.\n\n*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion.\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.\n\nReq Benefits: We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.","company":"Hendrickson","rawCompany":"hendrickson","city":"Canton","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-16T11:10:02.651Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"19-4099.01","title":"Quality Control Analysts","slug":"quality-control-analysts"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"336320","title":"Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"332999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-fabricated-metal-product-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Quality Engineer","description":"Position Purpose:\n\nDrive focus of the organization to use FMEA in design/redesign of the products and processes so that we ship product that has zero PPM. Assure the quality elements of new product/processes are addressed at the earliest phases of new product development so that the product/process has a positive impact on plant metrics (such as Cpk, Customer PPM, Scrap, First Pass Yield, Productivity) at launch. Works with Purchasing Commodity Manager to assure high supplier quality. Supports plant quality personnel as a liaison to the division engineering and purchasing departments. Drives continuous improvement through all levels of the quality management system.\n\nEssential Functions:\n\nWork with New Product Development teams using FMEA to focus teams and plants to select and implement a control system that will address the most significant Failure Modes to prevent them from occurring or to 100% reliably prevent a unit with the failure mode from shipping. Use historical control system performance data as a guide in selecting a proven control system type.\nParticipate in New Product Development teams. Use sound APQP fundamentals including D(P)FMEA and past product knowledge/issues/warranty information/etc. to assure critical to quality elements are successfully addressed throughout the project. Promote increased use of poka-yoke systems and high Cp/Cpk levels special characteristics. Work with NPD and SPS teams to design quality into product and processes through use of the AQP process.\n\nWork closely with Purchasing Commodity Managers to drive high quality supplier selection, PPAP approvals, and defect reduction to improve current supply base.\n\nWork with the organization to continually improve/modify our system/processes to impact overall performance of Hendrickson relative to key stakeholder needs/expectations.\nPerform leadership role in working with plants, division personnel, and suppliers to solve problems through use of statistical problem solving and corrective action methodologies.\n\nPerforms quality-based systems audits, process audits and products audits as required, including reporting and corrective action follow up.\n\nAssist management representative with the maintenance and continual improvement of our Quality Management System key processes. This includes identifying and implementing process improvements.\n\nMonitor results-based quality metrics-identify and implement opportunities for improvement.\n\nCompletes other tasks as assigned.\n\nEducation and Training:\n\nFour-year degree in technical, business, or related field required.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nQuality Professional with 3-5 years implementing effective Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing and design environment desired.\nProven usage of statistical methods to assure quality.\nExpert in APQP activities and application of the core tools, including D/PFMEA.\nExperience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly, forging), products and/or industry highly desirable.\nSound understanding of principles of GD&T.\nExperience with measurement system analysis and improvement.\n\nPhysical Demands:\n\nFrequent sitting, work at computer for extended periods of time. Occasional work in the plant to learn and better understand what needs done to impact the overall performance of Hendrickson.\n\nEnvironmental Conditions:\n\nOffice Setting.\n\nBehavioral Traits:\n\nAbility to prioritize, plan, and execute multiple responsibilities, projects, and results-based activities.\nDemonstrate interpersonal skills.\nProject/team management skills will be critical.\n\n*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion.\n\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.\n\nReq Benefits: We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. 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