Quality Control Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

FIC America Corp. is a global Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. We are actively seeking a Quality Engineer responsible for the implementation of customer quality requirements and the integrity for quality processes and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Assuring product, process, and system quality requirements are determined and implemented
• Consistent communication and follow-up with production and customers
• Defining, analyzing, and resolving issues effectively and responsibly
• Maintaining records and ensuring procedures are followed
• Writing standard work instructions
• Implement manufacturing processes that include Continuous Improvement, FMEA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, Process Flow, Corrective Action Process, and Problem-Solving Methodologies (5-Why, 8D, etc.)
• Perform and coordinate internal audits/training to ensure continuing compliance with Quality System Standards and the manufacture of safe products
• Leading countermeasure activities across departments
• Coordinate with production personnel, vendors, and external contractors to implement kaizens
• Complete supporting documentation, such as poka-yoke, changeover procedures, and welding conditions to comply with customer requirements
• Read blueprints and use computer aided design software
• Follow standard work instructions
• Assist with quality presentations for new hires
• Perform other duties assigned

Other Job Functions

• Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• Perform 5-S activities

• 2+ years of Quality Engineering experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Related Field
• Experience reading blueprints and using measuring tools
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have proficient oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to cross-train
• ERP experience preferred
• Experience working in an automotive industry preferred
• Experience working with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

Pay Range $75,000 - $85,000/year based on qualifications and experience

Benefits Offered

• Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA
• 401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

About FIC America Corp.

Established in 1994 by Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd., we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.

FIC America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. FIC America Corp. does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.