Quality Engineer

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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 global 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.

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise lights the path to innovation, safety and styling.

• Plans, supports, and implements total quality programs. Defines scope, plans, organizes, leads and directs technical work and departmental efforts related to quality engineering activities for new and existing programs.
• Designs, specifies, and installs quality control sampling systems, testing mechanisms, and equipment. Formulates and/or assists in formulating quality control policies and procedures and development of quality standards.
• Monitors and controls costs, timing, and other related aspects of projects when needed. Develops cost quotations related to specifications, test equipment, and gauge requirements and communicates information to appropriate parties. Understands and adheres to schedule and budgetary requirements of projects. Reports progress as required.
• Serves as a liaison and coordinates activity of internal and external resources. Serves as a resource by providing a problem‑solving function by initiating action to overcome obstacles as they are encountered and prevent potential quality problems.
• Assists internal and external contacts to resolve product and process problems. Investigates and solves manufacturing‑related problems in assigned area using formal problem‑solving tools.
• Analyzes and develops suppliers products to obtain maximum productivity and reviews performance in operation and provides suggestions for improvement.
• Champions continuous improvement efforts. Researches, recommends, implements and administers new and/or existing quality assurance processes. Engages in comparative and competitive analysis to ensure utilization of most appropriate and beneficial techniques in each situation respectively.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Demonstrates EHS leadership by setting a good example. Instructs employees on what personal protective equipment is needed for each task and how this equipment is properly used, stored, and maintained. Enforces safe work practices and procedures and encourages workers to identify unsafe or unhealthy workplace conditions or hazards without fear of discipline. Takes immediate steps to correct unsafe or unhealthy workplace hazards and ensures corrective measures are completed in a timely manner.

Ensures employees are aware and follow all safety rules. Makes sure employee concerns related to EHS are addressed and contacts the EHS Department if assistance is needed. Ensures employees report accidents and injuries immediately.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, coordinate, integrate internal data, and clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and other issues relating to advanced quality engineering. Demonstrated creativity and ingenuity to work on moderate to long‑term assignments which are broad in nature. Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and deal with many issues at one time. Must be able to work independently.

Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills in order to…