The Quality Engineer will lead, identify, and implement the Morgan quality system at the factory and corporate level using lean techniques for quality improvement. The role will identify best practices, processes, and standard work for the integration into Morgan's quality / manufacturing strategy to ensure consistent high-quality results.
The Nuts and Bolts
For this role the individual is responsible and accountable to make sure that Morgan's cargo meets or exceeds all our internal and customer quality requirements.
Work with customers to determine expectations to assist in execution of complex and/or high quantity orders
Communicate and implement Morgan's lean foundational strategies (engage the work force, straight through flow, single piece flow, cycle time variation reduction tools/strategies)
Ensure the quality standard of Morgan in raw material and products produced
Responsible for the formulation of the testing procedures for quality checks
Monitor and mentor quality team members
Assist plants in problem solving warranty claims
Collect data, analyze, and report on performance of quality systems at factory level. Record quality test results and present to leadership
Develop/revise Quality Standards and standard work
Conduct internal audits and initiate corrective actions
Visit Morgan plants to ensure consistency of results for multiple builds
Implement preventive measure to mitigate risk of defects
Communicate results of customer audits and internal audits to Morgan stakeholders
Test pilot new Quality Standards at different plants to ensure consistency
Conduct problem solving events at different Morgan plants
Deliver training as needed to the shop floor on quality practices and standards
Other duties as assigned
Required Credentials
Bachelor's Degree preferred (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering; Weld Engineering is a plus)
Minimum 5 years quality engineering experience
1-2 years' experience leading teams
Ability to read blueprints and/ or engineering drawings, tape measure, and other quality measuring equipment and tools
Ability to plan, organize, communicate, and motivate team members
Exceptional problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detailed work
Proactive communication with excellent interpersonal, and writing skills
Occasional travel to other Morgan sites for training or Kaizen events
Lean manufacturing experience
Preferred Credentials
Discrete manufacturing or truck body manufacturing experience a plus
You Must Be Able to
Working in an office environment in a seated position a minimum of eight hours per day is required. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.
This job operates in a manufacturing plant environment. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms, and lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds.
How We Make an Impact
Celebrating our 70th year as the largest truck body builder in North America, Morgan Truck Body LLC is proud to produce, deliver, and service quality products. With a foundation built on innovative design and quality construction, Morgan has experienced tremendous growth. In addition to dry freight truck bodies, Morgan specializes in satisfying unique and custom truck body needs, including electric vehicles, mobile service units, and refrigerated products, serving farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers, equipment and material haulers, and more!
Our shared values are the foundation upon which Morgan does business:
Appreciating the people who make our success possible.
Acting with integrity in all we do.
Delivering results for our customers.
Bringing an unbridled passion for our products.
Some of Our Total Rewards
We offer big company perks with small company culture:
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid holidays and increasing vacation time with years of service
Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
Paid Job and Leadership Development training
Morgan Truck Body LLC is a business unit of the J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. family and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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