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Howmet Aerospace · 3 hours ago

Quality Engineer

La Porte, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Quality Engineer provides leadership and guidance to implement process improvements and ensure operational excellence through effective quality systems and cross-functional relationships.

AerospaceManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assesses health of the business systems against customer and/or industry standards through an efficient and effective internal audit/corrective and preventative action management system

Be a team player and develop relationships, both internally and externally, to achieve the necessary engagement, influence and customer connections (both internal and external) required

One who is energized by consistently identifying and overcoming challenges and possessing highly developed quantitative, as well as qualitative skills required

Problem Solving and Corrective / Preventive Action skills - Proactive approach (to foresee problems rather than reacting after the event)

Ability to multi-task in a demanding environment and to work independently with little to no guidance required

Business acumen (financials, linkage of quality impact to financials, A3 thinking)

Possess practical understanding of manufacturing processes in order to objectively and independently analyze problems, communicate effectively and facilitate problem solving activities

Possess production operation knowledge and experience relating to manufacturing, inspection, engineering and customer interaction

Ability to directly link, monitor and improve quality objectives with overall business objectives of the company

Ability to apply problem solving methodology to positively impact business objectives

Consistently demonstrate Howmet values

Experience and proficiency in understanding ISO 9000 and/or AS9100 along with knowledge in Statistical Tools and Techniques, APQP and Measurement System Analysis recommended

Experience in coordinating, developing and executing corrective / preventative /systemic action and process improvement activities

Can effectively work through major and minor issues without getting emotionally disconnected with the issue and what is needed to resolve the issue professionally

Least cost application of customer specs/drawings (no over-processing)

Blueprint Reading/customer requirements flowdown

Customer interface and understanding/deployment of customer requirements

Demonstrated Internal auditing skills

Willingness to travel (both domestic and internationally) - Understanding of non-destructive validation methodology (Visual, x-ray, penetrant, etc.) and Nadcap understanding (if required)

Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) understanding

Basic Computer Skills required; Advanced skills can be learned

Understanding of Regulatory requirements

Communication and Presentation Skills required (written, verbal and non-verbal)

Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization

Must be able to work with external and internal customers

Ability to read and react to verbal and non-verbal communication while maintaining a level of professionalism

Can effectively listen

Perform other duties as assigned

Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment

Qualification

Quality SystemsISO 9000AS9100Statistical ToolsAPQPMeasurement System AnalysisManufacturing ProcessesProblem SolvingBusiness AcumenBlueprint ReadingGeometric DimensioningCommunication SkillsTeam Player

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution

Three (3) years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items