About this role
<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>Quality Engineer</strong></strong></strong></strong><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>LOCATION: </strong>Huntington / Indiana (US-IN), United States | <strong>BRAND:</strong> Bendix | <strong>REQUISITION ID: </strong>9337 |<strong> JOB GRADE: </strong>0 </p> <p>|<strong> ON-SITE/REMOTE:</strong> On-site </p> <p><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/ed7b1383/176d01a7-6b0a-431d-805e-1.jpg"></p> <p> </p> <p>Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers</p> <p><strong>Please note:</strong> At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship</p> <p><strong>JOB DESCRIPTION:</strong></p><p style="line-height:115%;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">The Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the manufacturing business by managing site activities for product launches, significant product changes, and manufacturing changes. This role involves leading manufacturing and engineering teams through 8D problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives. The Quality Engineer ensures compliance with quality management systems and standards, including ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Essential Functions</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:115%;margin-right:0.0in"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Quality Engineering Duties:</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Perform all duties associated with a Quality Engineer in a manufacturing or distribution environment.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Actively participate in Cross Functional Business Teams, providing support and leadership for process improvement projects.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Support various business teams and leadership as requested.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Serve as an effective team member for supplier transitions, product launches, and manufacturing changes.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Ensure timely completion of APQP activities.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Set up and maintain systems to measure and monitor process capability.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Provide support to CMM Quality Technician for writing/revising programs to measure parts on a programmable CMM.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Provide technical assistance for internal gaging systems and AIAG MSA requirements.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Develop and monitor Process FMEAs and control plans.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Drive the reduction of internal non-conformances using cross-functional teams and corrective action tools.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Monitor business performance to goals and initiate problem-solving and corrective actions to address performance gaps.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Utilize problem solving tools such as 8D, A3, and SPS methodologies.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Promote and maintain strong customer relationships.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Provide leadership for Corrective Action Teams to implement process changes.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Support quality-related initiatives and Advanced Quality Planning.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Support IATF16949 certification.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Communicate and support Product Safety activities and procedures with team members.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Report on quality performance to senior management and recommend improvements.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Auditing and Compliance:</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3 standards.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Maintain detailed records of audits, findings, and corrective actions to ensure transparency and accountability.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Prepare audit reports that summarize findings, corrective actions, and recommendations for improvement.</span></li> </ul> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Training and Development:</span></strong></li> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Develop and deliver training programs for employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Ensure all team members are knowledgeable about quality requirements and processes.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.75in;line-height:normal"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif"> </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Continuous Improvement:</span></strong></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance product quality and efficiency.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Promote the use of continuous improvement techniques such as Lean, Six-Sigma, and Poka-Yoke.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Monitor and analyze process performance to identify areas for improvement.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 1.0in;line-height:normal"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Knowledge and Skills</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Familiarity with FMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, SPC, MSA – AIAG Modules.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Working knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Self-motivated with a positive attitude and self-reliance.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Ability to multitask and balance multiple assignments.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Flexibility to adapt to frequent priority changes and substantial role diversity.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Essential project management, follow-up, and team skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Strong PC skills, including MS Excel and database use/construction.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work collaboratively within the department and with external/internal customers.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Strong training skills.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:normal"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Required Experience and Education</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">5 or more years of experience in the truck, distribution, automotive, or aerospace industries in Quality and Engineering.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (other degrees considered with significant quality management experience of 10+ years).</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">ASQ Certified Quality Engineer desired.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Six Sigma Green Belt Certification desired.</span></li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0in"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Automotive/Truck industry experience.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;line-height:normal"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"><strong><span style="Times New Roman', serif">Position Requirements</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"><span style="Times New Roman', serif">The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:normal"> </p> <p>Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.</p><p><strong>What does Bendix have to offer you? </strong><br>- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off <br>- 401k Plan with Company matching <br>- Retirement Savings Plan<br>- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)<br>- Wellness Program and incentives<br>- Hybrid Work policy<br>- On-Site Fitness Center<br>- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options<br>- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:</p> <p>Company-Paid Benefits:<br>- Basic Life Insurance<br>- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance<br>- Short Term Disability<br>- Business Travel Accident Insurance<br>- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</p> <p>Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:<br>- Medical and Prescription insurance<br>- Dental insurance<br>- Vision insurance<br>- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans<br>- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family<br>- Long Term Disability<br>- Accident Plan<br>- Critical Illness Plan<br>- Hospital Indemnity Plan<br>- Legal<br>- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection </p> <p>Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.</p> <p>#LI-EM1</p>