Quality Engineer

Company: Oshkosh Corporation
Location: Oshkosh
Posted on: October 15, 2020

Job Description:

About_Oshkosh_Defense,_An_Oshkosh_Company Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions. Summary The main job responsibility of a Quality Engineer is to address quality issues identified by the Customer, by the Shop Floor employees, or through data analysis. The Quality Engineer must quickly determine solutions to resolve issues identified to prevent disruption in the flow of production. Issue resolution usually involves comparing part prints, assembly drawings and work instructions to the actual product. The Quality Engineer will often spend time on the shop floor looking at parts or vehicles and/or observing welders / fabricators / assemblers / testers performing their tasks. The Quality Engineer would not be expected to perform any assembly tasks but should be knowledgeable in the use of all inspection and assembly tools. Essential_Duties_And_Responsibilities * Be able to summarize issues quickly, accurately, and effectively for all audiences (peers, managers, suppliers, customers). * Focus on 8D methodology to drive containment, determine root cause, implement permanent corrective action, and verify effectiveness of corrective actions for supplier quality issues. * Champions warranty process development initiatives, including supplier recovery processes. * Responsible for calling, chairing, facilitating meetings and discussions. * Prioritize projects based upon Organizational needs. Understands when to escalate. * Be able to interpret and apply technical requirements (electrical, mechanical, chemical, weld, GD&T, etc) Military Standards, SAE, ASTM, AWS, GDT, etc. Responsible for understanding Quality s roll in larger organizations and can make correct decisions even when they are not the popular one. * Active team member involved in all aspects of SQCD (Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery). * Creates and fosters mutually beneficial working relationships. * Coach and develop peers, direct reports and hourly employees to improve work relationships and drive ownership/accountability. Basic_Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Quality, Business, Operations Management, or related field * One plus years of related work experience * Obtain six sigma certification & CQE Preferred_Qualifications * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Challenges the status quo. Continuously seeks to improve processes. * Willing and eager to present out to large groups. * Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint. * Knowledgeable in general metrology. Experience with CMM and/or FARO is a plus. * Previous knowledgeable in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Six Sigma, Plan Do Check Act (PDCA), Ishikawa (fishbone) diagrams, 5-whys, 5S and lean concepts. OSK100 Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: or . Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Show moreShow less

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