Quality Control Engineer II

Inside the Role

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

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What You Drive at DTNA

• Strategically lead supplier performance improvement projects to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting customer existing or new requirements. Projects may include: process analysis, value stream mapping, process capability and throughput analysis, 6-Sigma, 5S and Kaizen events.
• Monitor, communicate and improve key supply chain KPI's, including DPPM, Quality Complaints, and capacity to support OTS (On Time Ship) compliance.
• Provide interface between engineering and suppliers concerning supplier quality and capacity issues, changes, and improvements.
• Facilitate and help lead the supplier in the advanced product quality planning of new series part production following the international APQP process.
• Conduct part quality audits and trials at supplier locations to validate effectiveness of supplier's implemented containment and corrective action to drive issues to closure.
• Reviews and approves supplier PPAP's; Review and audit the deliverables including: Control Plans, Capability plans, Capability Studies, Part layouts, Gage design, Gage R&R, PFEMA, DFMEA; and supports or leads project management efforts regarding supplier changes.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to improve the part quality, production capacity while reducing/avoiding costs by reading across best practices and coming up with innovative solutions.
• Develop relationships with cross functional teams in order to understand technology developments, design changes and future business decisions within the global supply chain.
• Develop short-/medium-/long-term strategies for capacity optimization.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain

• 2-4 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present complex technical topics during meetings with suppliers and Daimler Truck management.
• Strong problem solving skills and a solution-focused mindset.
• Understanding of quality problem solving tools such as 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.
• SAP or similar system
• Ability to travel domestically & internationally; 20% travel should be expected

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience with some, or all, of the following Automotive Quality Core Tools: Advanced Product Quality Planning & Control Plan (APQP); Production Part Approval Process (PPAP); Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA); Statistical Process Control (SPC); Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), SAP, 5S and non-conforming material return (RMA).
• Project management experience
• Statistical process control experience
• Familiarity with Engine or Axle components
• Experience with various manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, forging, or stamping.
• Experience working with global suppliers and managing quality across different regions and cultures.
• Experience in Microsoft business analytics tools, SAP, AutoCAD or Minitab applications
• Knowledge of a foreign language

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.