BorgWarner

Global automotive powertrain and electrification provider

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Quality EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDixon, IL, USA$80.8k - $111.1k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical field from a four-year college or university.
10–12 years of engineering experience.
Active participation in a major product launch.
Thorough depth and breadth of knowledge and experience in manufacturing and quality engineering principles.
Knowledge of design of experiments (DOE).
Product knowledge.
Understanding of manufacturing processes.
Understanding of quality systems.
Time and motion analysis.
Economics and cost analysis.
Value analysis.
Tool and fixture design.
Automation design and application.
Ergonomics.
Statistical process control (SPC).
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Verbal and written communication skills for internal and external customers.
Presentation skills.
Organization skills.
Project management skills, including Gantt and PERT charts.
SMED theory and application.
Failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
Problem-solving methods including 5 Why’s, 8D, A3, and fishbone analysis.
Visual factory concepts.
Health and safety systems and procedures.
Knowledge of the automotive industry and customers.
Travel with minimal notification may arise.

Responsibilities

Identify and implement improvements with manufacturing teams that reduce product cost, improve quality, and maximize customer satisfaction.
Ensure the safety, quality, capability, and utilization of manufacturing and processing equipment and processes.
Research and implement best-practice manufacturing and processing methods.
Lead new product introductions and current product modifications to the manufacturing floor.
Review and quote processing and production equipment and tools.
Develop, use, and maintain effective documentation and control systems.
Lead the manufacturing team in defining, justifying, and coordinating the purchase and implementation of new equipment and processes; perform capacity analysis and track tooling and AR expenditures.
Assist with or lead specific elements in the APQP/NPDP process, including selection of special characteristics for product and build processes.
Lead the design and build of manufacturing, assembly, and processing equipment and processes.
Resolve and prevent issues using problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why’s, and A3.
Coordinate or perform process diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and operating procedures as needed.
Coordinate or perform special studies, design of experiments, and capacity and capability analysis.
Review and disposition non-conforming materials and represent BorgWarner on related issues.
Prepare and deliver presentations to customers, employees, and all levels of the management team.
Manage customer portals for assigned activities, including corrective actions, capacity reports, warranty management, and SCRs.
Lead fast-response meetings for customer complaints and follow corrective actions through on-time completion.
Coordinate and manage outside contract projects.
Coordinate and manage specialized processes such as heat treating, welding, and soldering.
Use a teamwork approach to achieve departmental objectives, including safety, scrap, and FTT.
Provide technical leadership, training, and support to manufacturing teams and peers.
Use required personal protective equipment, follow safety rules and procedures, train others, and comply with the plant code of conduct.
Attend and participate in safety and health training sessions.
Lead and promote 5S standards and BorgWarner beliefs by example.
Define finished-goods packing and obtain customer approval.
Perform other activities as needed.

Direct and oversee the day-to-day activities associated with providing world-class quality and manufacturing engineering technical support to the manufacturing areas that meets or exceeds customer expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify and implement improvements with manufacturing teams that reduce product cost, improve quality and maximize customer satisfaction.
Ensure the maximum safety, quality, capability and utilization of manufacturing/processing equipment and processes.
Continuously research and implement “Best Practice” manufacturing and processing methods.
Lead new product introductions and current product modifications to the manufacturing floor.
Review and quote processing and production equipment and tools.
Ensure that effective documentation and control systems are developed, utilized, and maintained.
Lead the manufacturing team to define, justify, and coordinate the purchase and implementation of new equipment and processes; perform capacity analysis, track tooling and AR expenditures.
Assist and/or lead specific elements in the APQP/NPDP process, including selections of special characteristics for product and build processes.
Lead in the design and build of manufacturing/assembly/processing equipment and processes.
Resolve and prevent issues through robust problem-solving methodologies (8D’s, 5 Why’s, A3s, etc.).
Coordinate or perform as needed, process diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and operating procedures.
Coordinate and perform special studies, DOE’s and capacity/capability analysis.
Review and disposition on non-conforming materials. Represent BorgWarner on related issues.
Prepare and make presentations to customers, employees, and all levels of the management team.
Manage customer portals for assigned activities i.e. corrective actions, capacity reports, warranty management, SCR’s, etc.
Lead fast response meeting for Customer complaints and corrective action follow up to on-time completion.
Coordinate and manage outside contract projects.
Coordinate and manage specialized processes such as heat treating, welding, soldering, etc.
Lead and utilize a teamwork approach to achieve departmental objectives (safety, scrap, FTT, others).
Provide technical leadership, training, and support to manufacturing teams as well as to peers.
Use of required PPE; following safety rules and procedures and training others; compliance with plant code of conduct.
Attendance and participation at safety and health training sessions.
Lead and promote the 5S Standards.
Lead and promote by example BW Beliefs.
Define and get customer approval on FG packing.
Perform other activities as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field from a four-year college or university.
Travel with minimal notification may arise.

10 - 12 years Engineering experience
Actively participated in a major product launch

Demonstrated a thorough depth and breadth of knowledge and experience in manufacturing / quality engineering principles

KEY JOB SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

DOE [Echip]
Product knowledge
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Understanding of quality systems
Time and Motion analysis
Economics and cost analysis
Value analysis
Tool and fixture design
Automation design and application
Ergonomics
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD & T)
Communication (verbal and written) skills for both internal and external customers
Presentation skills
Organization skills
Project management skills (Gantt and PERT charts)
SMED theory and application
Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Problem solving skills (5W, 8Ds, A3, Fish Bone, etc.)
Visual factory concepts
Health and Safety systems and procedures
Knowledge of the automotive industry and customers

For a listing of Dixon openings: BorgWarner Openings

Pay & Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $ 80,800 - $ 111,100

Benefit info: U.S. Benefits - BorgWarner

Some of the benefits highlights below for all fulltime employees:

Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1

Salary Range:

$80,800 - $111,100Internal Use Only: Salary

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About the Company

BorgWarner

Global automotive powertrain and electrification provider

BorgWarner makes powertrain technology for vehicles, covering both traditional internal-combustion and electrified propulsion. Its products include automatic transmissions that shift gear ratios and diesel cold-start systems, as well as electrification components gained through acquisitions like Delphi Technologies. The company stands out through its long-time expertise and a broad, globally integrated portfolio that combines legacy know-how with modern electric propulsion capabilities. Its goal is to be a leading global provider of powertrain solutions across traditional and electrified drivetrains, helping the automotive industry deliver more efficient and lower-emission propulsion.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Auburn Hills, MI
Founded: 1928

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