What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Wieland?
Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Quality Engineer. The Quality Engineer is a key contributor to ensuring compliance with quality standards in our cold plate large volume and aerospace manufacturing environment. This role focuses on quality inspection, testing, and calibration processes while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining proper documentation. The Quality Engineer works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction. This role is located in Pine Hall, NC and will be fully on-site.
Responsibilities
Quality Engineer Responsibilities:
- SHE Prioritya. Promote a culture of safety excellence by adhering to and reinforcing Safety, Health, and environmental standards.
- Quality Inspectiona. Perform detailed quality inspections using tools such as Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), helium leak testers, flow tests, pressure testers, and digital microscopes.
- Metrology & Calibrationa. Manage and calibrate gauges and measurement tools to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Automotive Compliancea. Leverage automotive industry knowledge to meet and exceed customer quality standards, including adherence to PFMEA, PPAP, Control and Inspection Plans, and Gage R&R requirements.
- Documentation & Reportinga. Write and maintain work instructions, SOPs, and inspection reports.b. Utilize computer systems such as Pro Shop, and SAP to document quality data, generate reports, and track corrective actions.
- Problem Solvinga. Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for quality issues.b. Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN methodologies.
- Testing & Validationa. Conduct testing and validation processes, including helium leak detection, flow testing, and pressure testing.
- Cross-Functional Collaborationa. Partner with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to troubleshoot quality-related challenges and implement solutions.
Quality Engineer Qualifications:
- Education & Experiencea. BS in Material Science or Engineering or equivalent experience in Aerospace Industry.b. Technical certifications or further education.c. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality role within the automotive industry (mandatory).d. Experience in a machine shop environment is a plus.
- Technical Skillsa. Proficient on programming CMMs. b. Experience on operating testing equipment such as CMMs, helium leak testers, pressure testers, and digital microscopes.c. Knowledge of PFMEA, PPAP, and Gage R&R processes.
- Metrology Expertisea. Hands-on experience with gauge calibration and metrology principles.
- Software Proficiencya. Skilled in using computer systems such as Pro Shop or SAP, as well as MS Office.
- Documentation Skillsa. Demonstrated ability to create clear and concise SOPs, Work Instructions, and quality reports.
- Personal Attributesa. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.b. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Qualifications
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
