Quality Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Hanel is a leading US manufacturer of precision hydraulic components. We produce hydraulic components of the highest quality, designed to meet the precise tolerance requirements of our clients. Applying leading-edge technology and a rigorous quality management system, we help our clients lower assembly costs and ensure greater product integrity, reliability and performance. We are currently expanding to bring more innovation and high-performance solutions to our growing customer base. Join and team and help us achieve our goals for growth and as a leader in metal manufacturing.

PURPOSE :

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the consistent production of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer specifications and regulatory standards. This role involves collaborating with OEM customers, suppliers, and internal teams to drive continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Quality Engineer plays a key role in maintaining product integrity, overseeing quality assurance processes, and solving complex quality-related issues to support the company’s commitment to excellence

POSITION EXPECTATIONS AND JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Customer and Supplier Collaboration : Serve as the primary interface with major OEM customers and suppliers, ensuring clear communication, timely issue resolution, and fostering strong, long-term relationships.
• Root Cause Analysis : Lead and facilitate thorough root cause analysis for both customer complaints and internal manufacturing issues, utilizing proven problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5W’s, and CAPA.
• PPAP Submissions : Ensure the accurate, timely submission of PPAP documentation to meet customer specifications and requirements, ensuring smooth product launches and regulatory compliance.
• New Product Development : Actively contribute to new product reviews and launches by participating in cross-functional teams, offering valuable insights on design, quality standards, and manufacturability.
• FMEA and Control Plans : Collaborate in the development and maintenance of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), ensuring they are up-to-date throughout the lifecycle of the product. Maintain and update Control Plans to reflect current processes.
• Continuous Quality Improvement : Identify and drive continuous improvements in design and manufacturing processes with a focus on enhancing product quality, increasing efficiency, improving safety, and reducing costs.
• Technical Expertise : Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of metallurgy, machine shop practices, plating techniques, and quality control methodologies. Apply expertise in metrology, GD&T, SPC, and statistical data analysis to monitor and improve product quality.
• Quality Tools Proficiency : Utilize APQP core tools, Gage R&R, and other quality management tools effectively to meet customer requirements and improve internal processes.
• Problem-Solving Leadership : Lead CAPA activities, ensuring that issues are resolved efficiently and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Quality Systems Management : Maintain and enhance the organization’s quality management systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards such as TS 16949, ISO, and other relevant quality frameworks.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university with a major field of study in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or technology engineering; or five years of related experience and / or training & tech; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preference will be given to individuals holding a B.S. in engineering and those with experience in quality control functions. Preference will be given to individuals with;

LANGUAGE ABILITY :

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, engineering and shop drawings with specifications, process sheets, documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Have good communication skills.

MATH ABILITY :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of manufacturing, engineering, and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, and graphs) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Ability to work with close tolerances.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be flexible in work assignments and be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate respect and courtesy to all internal and external customers.

COMPUTER SKILLS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Manufacturing software and Database software. (e.g. statistical analysis)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES :

No certifications needed. Certified Quality Engineer preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

This job may have supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.

The employee will be working with precision measuring instruments, computers, calculator, printer, scanner, fax machine, copy machine, weight scales and hand truck.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITY :

Performance evaluations are completed annually per the company policy addressing job knowledge, reliability, quantity of work, quality of work, attitude and cooperation, initiative and adaptability, attendance, aptitude, ability to learn and use procedures, safety and housekeeping.