Material Quality Engineer at Makino Inc. in Mason, Ohio

Job Description:

SUMMARY


This multi-faceted materials quality position is responsible for ensuring Makino receives world class material that is of the highest quality.

• Performs or coordinates the testing and inspection activities, and subsequent evaluation of the results to ensure quality of workmanship and compliance with specifications.
• Coordinates the resolution of nonconforming material with the appropriate department and/or supplier.
• Participates in and evaluates quality system surveys to identify supplier conformity to Makino quality requirements.

Oversees and participates in the application of generally accepted quality assurance methods used to analyze tests and inspection results for incoming purchased materials.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and AUTHORITIES include the following. Others may be assigned.


Receiving Inspection

• Conduct/coordinate inspection of parts and options from suppliers
• Review and disposition inspection reports from suppliers
• Maintain inspection status and coordinate material movements in SAP and with Stockroom
• Assist engineering as required to define inspection criteria for new or problem material
• Maintain and control receiving inspection area
• Coordinates and approves inspection and verification of required retrofit options to confirm quality and completeness of material compared to the S.O., drawings, and B.O.M.s
• Maintain data tracking programs and data integrity for DMR, EFA, RGA. Maintain physical and electronic records of inspection results and non-conformance incidences

Non-conforming Material Evaluation

• Management of MRB process and area
• As required, convene and coordinate Material Review Board for evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material
• Interact with Manufacturing and Engineering in the identification, and resolution of product quality issues
• Corrective action evaluation to ensure effective correction
• Assist with the return of defective material to vendors
• ID and report recurring problems on parts and suppliers
• Assist to identify unidentified material
• Maintain DMR Database
• Process returned good for resolution of nonconformance's or return of material for repair
• Coordinates and approves Engineering Failure Analysis (EFA) of failed spindles for warranty determination based on performance criteria and evaluation of SIR (spindle incident report), control data (if appropriate) and spindle disassembly results including thorough analysis of spindle components
• Process EFA's from MTS/MA to ensure accuracy and clear understanding

Supplier/Customer Interface

• As required, interact with the supplier/customer to assist with interpretation of inspection requirements/results, nonconformance, or corrective actions
• Assist with quality portions of supplier audits and qualification
• Assist with the quality evaluation and reporting of suppliers for Supplier Evaluation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES


Although there are no direct supervisory responsibilities, the incumbent for the position is responsible to ensure that work activities continue to progress when delegated to others.



QUALIFICATIONS



Management/Administrative Skills

• Quality orientation
• Detail orientation
• Strong Organization Skills
• Process Driven

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to interface effectively at all levels internally and with external suppliers
• Coordinator of all activities required for verification of incoming product (resources, people, suppliers, etc)
• Relationship building skills
• Influence skills
• Self directed
• Energetic and Aggressive self-starter

Technical Skills

• Quality inspection techniques
• Makino product knowledge
• Product Engineering knowledge (elect, mech, hyd, fluid, etc)
• Manufacturing system understanding
• Analytical & problem solving skills
• Computer skills with Microsoft Excel and SAP

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE


4 year Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or related discipline desired, but associate or technical degree may be acceptable based on prior work experience. Apply Now