Quality Engineer II

Job Description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence

GENERAL SUMMARY

Quality Engineer will support the Quality Verification Manager with day-to-day activities associated with running a vehicle assembly process. Additionally, ATS Inspect programing and educational leadership regarding ATS Inspect to the verification department is the primary responsibility for this role. Root Cause, problem solving skills will be required to support quality metrics within the department. Participation and leadership of continuous improvements ideas and implementation are tied to individual and department yearly metrics as well.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create and maintain complete and accurate ATS Inspect defect screens. This includes assembly as well as complete vehicle requirements.

Provide floor support for Quality Verification as required with technical engineering services involving all phases of production from training Quality Monitors on new options/programs.

To support problem solving of current assembly problems to assure a quality product.

Lead and participate in using and implementation of Lean Six Sigma and ISO Standard tools within the Quality Verification department.

This position requires one to interact with Production Employees, Supervisors, Quality Engineering, Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Suppliers, Consultants, Contractors, Customers, co-workers in other departments, and the Government.

Provide strong leadership & support AMG Quality Verification System.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree is preferred. 2-5 years in automotive assembly a definite plus but not required.

Must have automotive assembly knowledge, read blueprints, illustrate and have experience in Unigraphics or similar 3D Cad program.

Program knowledge of SAP, PLM++, UGNX and Team Center (Shared files) for creation of Assembly Instructions.

Working knowledge of MS Office products, problem solving, data analytics, and multi-tasking skills.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus

Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate

Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one’s eyes with one’s fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks

Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls

Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company’s property surrounding facility, or additional work areas

Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance

Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance

Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups

Stamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises

Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace

Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately

Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently

Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line

Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 25% travel may be required