Kewaunee Fabrications, LLC · 8 hours ago
Quality Engineer
Kewaunee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$64K/yr - $104K/yr
1+ years expKewaunee Fabrications, part of the Oshkosh Company, specializes in heavy fabrication since 1941. They are seeking a Quality Engineer to enhance safety, quality, and manufacturing processes through disciplined problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
GovernmentManufacturing
Responsibilities
Support safety and 5S
Lead teams in applying the disciplined problem-solving methods
Utilize 8D methodology and six sigma DMAIC methodology to eliminate waste appropriately
Apply the following basic process improvement tools within the six sigma DMAIC improvement model: Project Charter, Process Map, Thought Process Map, Pareto Chart, Trend Chart, Fishbone Diagram, 5-Why Analysis, Histogram, SPC, FMEA, Benchmarking, Brainstorming, 5S, Correlation Analysis, Error-proofing, Cpk, Ppk, Corrective Action Matrix, and Continual Improvement Control Plans
Analyze and improve processes to reduce common cause variability and eliminate special cause
Facilitate and train employee teams in process improvement techniques
Establish control plans and standardization to prevent process backsliding for consolidation of gains
Ability to effectively manage large process improvements
Support manufacturing with containment, root cause and resolution to part quality issues
Perform process capability studies internally and externally
Coordinate and work cross-functionally with Employee Teams, Quality, Engineering, Order Management and Manufacturing to improve processes
Must proactively plan and execute plans in accordance with established time constraints
Minimal travel as required
Must be willing to complete additional advanced training/educational courses as required
Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality or related field
1 plus years of related work experience
Preferred
Six Sigma Certification & CQE
Demonstrated effective application of process improvement tools within the six sigma DMAIC improvement model
Previous manufacturing with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Tier 1 supplier in the transportation industry
Must interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics
Must have experience with and be able to exhibit the use of structured problem-solving techniques utilizing computer applications
Advanced training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods
MS Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Statistical software, and JDE experience is recommended and will be mandatory within three (3) months in this position
Company
Kewaunee Fabrications, LLC
Kewaunee Fabrications LLC is the top-quality, heavy fabrication specialist.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown1999-11-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Theresa Wilson
HR Business Partner
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