Quality Engineer II

Req ID 38969 | North Charleston, United States

Commercial Vehicle solutions from the ZF Group provide the capability to shape the future of commercial transportation systems. With a comprehensive portfolio and expertise it enables ZF to reimagine transportation for a safer and sustainable tomorrow. Our technologies and services for commercial vehicles and fleets make them more efficient, safe, connected, intelligent and automated wherever they operate.

Manage customer relationship and interface for all quality related topics
    Responsible for process audits and driving zero defect mindset
    Responsible for developing overall quality processes in plant
    Lead the TS certification process of plant
    Manage Quality Management Systems, certifications and audits
    Manage the PPAP and Record of Conformance process 
    Manage the customer complaint and nonconforming material processes
    Respond to customer initiated NCMR's and SCAR's and ensure timely and accurate feedback 
    Ensure all Customer Specific Requirements are met
    Provide quality system orientation training to new hires
    Manage the process and product audit function
    Manage the process for quality audits scheduled by customers
    Initiate corrective action request for customer complaints, nonconforming material returns and warranty claims
    Follow-up for PPM and Incident Rate targets
    Timely delivery of required reporting of KPI’s

TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS                                                                                                                      

    10% Domestic

INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS                                                                                                                         

    Communicate effectively with: 
•    Customers
•    Suppliers
•    Local Cross Functional teams
•    Regional project teams
•    Product Group Engineers

MINIUMUM KNOWLEDGE AND BACKGROUND REQUIRMENTS                                                                                                                        

    Certified Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
    Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred
    3-5 years minimum experience in quality function working in Automotive industry or other fast paced manufacturing plant preferred
    Experience as a Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier or working with a vehicle manufacturer preferred
    Experience in leading TS certification preferred
    ISO 9001 / TS 16949 experience preferred
    Experience with PPAP and APQP preferred
    Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) concepts and applications preferred
    Knowledge of FMEA, control plans, R&R studies, fail safe systems preferred
    Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Software preferred
    Ability to work in teams and multi-tasking capabilities preferred

Be part of our ZF team as Quality Engineer II and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENTTo harness the power of innovation, we invest in the development of diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to our company.Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran