Quality Engineer/Applied Scientist
Ballard Power Systems
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Close interactions with process /manufacturing engineers, production staff, operations team, product development engineers and the purchasing team to ensure rapid identification and resolution of issues, with corrective actions in place to prevent recurrence.
- Lead cross functional teams to quick react when any mitigation and control is needed to ensure the integrity of Ballard's make products
- Involvement in day-to-day implementation of APQP across various functional and program teams
- Involvement in day-to-day Program activities, including reviews of changes and management of Deviations
- Involvement as quality representative in internal/customer PPAP, change management process, MSA, SPC to ensure quality standards are maintained
- Acting as quality representative in Quality improvement projects and / or sustaining projects
- Recommending solutions that will improve product quality, durability and overall performance
- Driving and initiating continuous improvement using feedback from customer issues to improve customer satisfaction
- Involvement in FRACAS problem solving and corrective actions as part of the program support
- Involvement in Internal audit program, with focus on key manufacturing processes
- Review and understand key process metrics and KPIs
- Participate in Quality as a Priority company-wide
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 3-5+ years of progressive experience as a Quality Engineer in manufacturing /automotive industry
- Deep knowledge and understanding of quality management systems, preferably based on IATF16949
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision while can join cross functional teams and be a facilitator for technical teams
- General quality background knowledge is required: understanding of measurement techniques, measurement systems analysis, inspection sampling plans, quality tools, 8D problem solving and root cause analysis
- An analytical person with understanding of statistics as they apply to quality (statistical techniques including SPC /MSA)
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) - ability to explain complex concepts to a broad audience (from the manufacturing floor to senior management)
- Detail-oriented with strong record keeping, organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment. Adaptability to change is a must
- Must be able to manage multiple issues simultaneously and act with a sense of urgency
- Hands-on experience with testing methodologies is an advantage
- Knowledge in quality core tools, including DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, MSA and PPAP is advantageous
- Strong knowledge and experience in new product development is preferred
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer is preferred
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor is beneficial
- Knowledge of PEM fuel cells is beneficial
- Extended health and dental benefits, and employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan matching
- Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes
- Extensive learning opportunities, catalog of development course offerings
- People networks and mentorship programs (to name a few)
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