Quality Assurance Engineer at Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, Inc. – Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Quality Assurance Engineer

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network.

OVERVIEW:

The candidate in this position will contribute to the Quality Assurance team by working closely with manufacturing and engineering groups to focus on our drive to be the highest delivered quality compact equipment in the industry. This position will report directly to our Quality Assurance Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement Quality systems for production and engineering.
• Material Review Board (MRB) experience or exposure.
• Collect and evaluate quality data to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Work with production to create corrective action plans to address process failures.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes, collaborate with team members on process improvement and value enhancement opportunities.
• Regularly communicate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain team members internally to identify opportunities for quality and productivity improvement.
• Collect, maintain, and report on quality performance metrics.
• Participate in Engineering Change meetings to ensure thoroughness and compliance.
• Provide support and analysis on special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent.

· 3 to 5 years of Quality Assurance Engineering experience.

· Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

· Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems and components.

· Proficient in quality analysis tools such as 8D, SPC, PFMEA, DFMEA and others.

· Strong problem solving skills with the ability to teach basic problem solving techniques and facilitate problem solving team events.

· Knowledge of fabrication based quality control methods, tools, and techniques.

· Strong engineering analysis skills, as well as data analysis and reporting.

· Strong communication skills both written and verbal, presentation skills, and team building skills.

· Manages time effectively, remains organized in all circumstances.

· Self-motivated with a high level of initiative.

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principal activities.

Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Exempt

Department: Quality Assurance Operations Work Schedule: M-F

Starting Wage: $75-95K

This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 10% of base salary.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.