Quality Engineer

Location: East Chicago, IN (On-site)

This position does not offer sponsorship.

About You

You have a strong work ethic, are reliable and consider yourself a go-getter. You feel accomplished after a hard day’s work. You are a decision maker who likes to be challenged, and can always be counted on to exercise sound judgement. You want to learn new skills, be part of a team, and advance within a growing company.

Position Summary:

The Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Manager and assist in creating, improving and maintaining quality systems as they relate to manufacturing needs and customer/dealer requirements.

Day in the Life:

• Responsible for leading corrective and preventative actions for assigned commodities. Help develop supplier quality standards and rating measurement metrics, conduct supplier quality audits, and work with suppliers on root cause analyses, countermeasures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide direction to manufacturing, suppliers, and supporting departments regarding process improvements and effective countermeasure techniques for non-conforming goods and warrantable items.
• Analyze warranty data looking for trends to improve KPIs and improve overall customer experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate lean manufacturing principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshoot quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Establish inspection processes, procedures and thresholds, including identification of appropriate measurement tools, frequency of measurement, recording of data, and creation of stand operating procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What you need to apply:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or 2 years of experience in a comparable position.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, researching and multi-tasking skills.
• Technical experience and troubleshooting capability.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to visualize data and support meetings at all levels of the company, including senior management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, acting with a sense of urgency to mitigate organizational risk.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage time with limited guidance.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Experience with PowerBi a plus.
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in accordance with company safety policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including the ability to read, write, and speak English clearly
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screening
• Authorized to work in the United States

About us:

Let us take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling, Heavy Duty Division. (THD) is a Toyota Industries Company. THD provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture and working environment. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. Through our employees and products, THD is part of the Toyota Material Handling team that helps carry the load.

Benefits that set Toyota apart:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Recognition Programs

EEO / Affirmative Action Responsibility:

It is the Company’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Each member of management is responsible for the continuance of this policy and to ensure that every employee practices consistent application of this policy.