Quality Engineer

1 week ago

Sunderland, United Kingdom Magna International Full time

Quality Engineer

Reporting To: Senior Quality Engineer


About us

Magna Exteriors Sunderland are the highest-volume production of thermoplastic back door modules in Europe. The plant started mass production in 2021, and we are proud to be on the journey to become the global benchmark of Tailgate manufacturing.


We are an energetic, passionate team with expertise in the new most exciting materials and processes. Located in the North East of England, we will continue to experiment and evolve, with a focus on advancing our knowledge and learning.


Forward. For all.


Group Summary

Recognised globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to helping manufacturers create bold, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.


The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes liftgates, door modules, exterior fascias and trim, front-end modules, active aerodynamic systems, running boards, sealing, trim and engineered glass. Advanced expertise in exterior design and lightweight composites is incorporated within each product line.


Guided by our Employee’s Charter, our core values are a reflection of who we are as individuals and as a company.


• Think Big

• Take Responsibility

• Never Settle

• Be Collaborative


About the Role

This role is responsible for leading and supporting all quality aspects impacting, sustaining and improving the plant performance.


Your Responsibilities

• Analyse quality data to identify root causes of issues, opportunities for improvement and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Monitor quality performance through SPC and CPK analysis.

• Ensuring key performance indicators (KPIs) are achieved.

• Lead/involvement in analysis and problem-solving activities (8D, 6-Sigma, etc.)

• Lead Process audit and support LPA, 5S and system audit.

• Support creation and submission of PPAP, Process flow, Control Plan, PFMEA, MSA, Capability studiers.

• Lead/involvement in continuous improvement activities for plant (quality, lean, scrap, etc.)

• Validating processes change and ensure documentation is up to date.

• Support quality management and site management objectives and tasks.

• Support quality management and site management reporting requirements.

• Contribute towards the development and delivery of department and individual objectives to maintain/improve department and business performance.

• Support site development and sustainment of QMS in line with standards and customer specific requirements.

• Provide regular feedback through various mechanisms (daily, weekly and monthly reviews)


Who we are looking for:

Essential

• Previous experience of leading and coaching teams

• Excellent organization skills and management of priorities

• Understanding of 7W / lean improvement

• Experienced in problem solving leadership with strong analytical skills

• Understanding of build standard creation (PFMEA, control plan, working level documents) and implementation / improvement of quality control systems

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present to all levels of internal and external customers.

• Understanding of measurement methods / methodology

• PC literacy, including a working knowledge of reporting software, e.g. Microsoft Office

• Resilient, self-driven and positive approach

• Prepared to work within remit and across functions/levels as required

• Systematic and logical approach

• Flexibility


Desirable

• Qualified to HNC level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline

• Experience of working within the automotive sector

• 6-Sigma trained or trained in other problem solving methodologies (quality tools required)

• QMS and quality systems / auditing experience

• Experienced in IATF:16949 and core tools (APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA and PPAP)

• Knowledge of Minitab


What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.


Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously, and store your information in compliance with GDPR requirements.


In addition, we offer you the following site benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• 2x Pension Schemes

• On site gym

• Parking for two-wheelers, four-wheelers or electric vehicles

• My Staff Shop – exclusive discounts and savings

• Referral Schemes

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free Eye tests

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Exclusive car discount

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