Quality Engineer 1

Location: Long Beach, CA, United States

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

•  In conjunction with more senior engineers, plans, develops and implements techniques and
  programs to ensure that quality levels are maintained in accordance with the organization’s
  quality standards.
• Collaborates to establish specifications, controls and quality metrics, including participation in
  reviewing and/or creating PFMEA and Control Plans. Monitor, identify, fill-gaps as well as develop
  various controls to improve process and product quality.
• Lead ESC projects on new and modified processes and products following ESC standards.
  Ensure output are within DENSO's standard's and launched on-time.
• Perform internal and/or external process audits to quickly identify issues and develop
  countermeasures with various stakeholders.
• Monitor various data sources to identify, contain and lead resolution to process and product
  quality issues. Coordinate activities to implement countermeasures and track effectiveness.
• Coordinates product testing and teardown with quality testing technicians and develop resulting
  summary reports to management, customers and/or other stakeholders.
• Support various customers to resolve field inquiries and warranty issues. Develop effective
  communication and relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction with DENSO Quality.
• Research, plan, develop and implement continuous improvement (Kaizen) programs.
• Effectively communicate with management, peers, customers, and other stakeholders on
  technical issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical or related field
• 0-3 years of relevant experience 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Working knowledge with email
  software (e.g. Lotus Notes preferred), and other proprietary company software. Working
  knowledge of inventory tracking software (e.g. AS400/BPCS)
• Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels throughout the organization and with suppliers and customers.
• Ability to successfully motivate DPAM internal associates in regard to resolving quality issues.
• Competent written and verbal communication skills. Must be a good presenter that can interpret
  information based on a general knowledge of the organization, its products and procedures, and
  provide an independent explanation and discussion based on the technical or complex nature of
  the materials being discussed
• Good customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship partnership
• Basic analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to
  complex situations, applying knowledge of specialty area and use of sound judgement
• Basic negotiation skills. Ability to resolve difficult or complicated situations that are often sensitive
  in nature. Recognizes and applies subtle cues in anticipating customers’ needs and potential next
  steps

 

Benefits Summary: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match 
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs 
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance 
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs 
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. 
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) 
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary: $81,000 - $101,000 

Under direct supervision, provides quality assurance direction and support to DENSO suppliers and customers in a timely and professional manner. Includes on-site verification, identification of quality concerns and reporting, along with supplier quality training as necessary.