Quality Engineer II
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on318, Tuscarawas Street West, Downtown Canton, Canton, Stark County, Ohio, 44702, United States
Position Purpose
This role ensures quality elements for new products and processes are addressed during the earliest phases of development. The goal is to secure a positive impact on plant metrics such as Cpk, Customer PPM, Scrap, First Pass Yield, and Productivity at launch. The position serves as a critical liaison between plant quality personnel, division engineering, and purchasing departments, while working closely with Purchasing Commodity Managers to ensure high supplier quality.
About the Role
You will drive continuous improvement across all levels of the quality management system. In this capacity, you will participate in New Product Development (NPD) teams, utilizing APQP fundamentals, D(P)FMEA, and historical product knowledge to ensure critical quality elements are successfully addressed throughout the project lifecycle. A key focus will be promoting the use of poka-yoke systems and achieving high Cp/Cpk levels for special characteristics.
Your day-to-day involves collaborating with NPD and SPS teams to design quality directly into products and processes. You will lead problem-solving efforts with plants, division personnel, and suppliers using statistical methodologies and corrective action frameworks. Additionally, you will perform quality-based systems, process, and product audits, managing reporting and corrective action follow-ups. You will also assist the management representative in maintaining and continually improving key quality management system processes by identifying and implementing necessary improvements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
318, Tuscarawas Street West, Downtown Canton, Canton, Stark County, Ohio, 44702, United States
Canton, Ohio
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMonitor quality metrics to identify and implement opportunities for improvement
- check_circleCollaborate with Purchasing Commodity Managers to drive high quality supplier selection and PPAP approvals
- check_circleParticipate in New Product Development teams to assure quality elements are addressed early
- check_circleApply APQP fundamentals including D(P)FMEA to address critical quality elements
- check_circleLead problem-solving efforts using statistical methods and corrective action methodologies
- check_circleAssist in maintaining and improving the Quality Management System key processes
- check_circleConduct quality-based systems, process, and product audits with follow-up on corrective actions
Requirements
- verifiedFour-year degree in technical, business, or related field
- verified3-5 years implementing Quality Management Systems in manufacturing and design
- verifiedProven usage of statistical methods
- verifiedExperience leading APQP activities such as D/PFMEA
- verifiedSound understanding of GD&T principles
- verifiedExperience with measurement system analysis and improvement
Nice to Have
3-5 years implementing effective Quality Management Systems in a manufacturing and design environment. Experience with processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly, forging), products, and/or industry.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife, travel, and disability insurancecheck_circleFlexible spending accountcheck_circle401K plansPension plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Apqp, Pfmea, Poka-Yoke, Ppap, GD&T, Measurement System Analysis, Statistical Problem Solving, Corrective Action Methodologies, Quality Management Systems.
Education: Four-year degree in technical, business, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson
What does a Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson will monitor quality metrics to identify and implement opportunities for improvement; collaborate with purchasing commodity managers to drive high quality supplier selection and ppap approvals; participate in new product development teams to assure quality elements are addressed early; and apply apqp fundamentals including d(p)fmea to address critical quality elements.
What are the requirements for this Quality Engineer II role?expand_more
To qualify for the Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson position, applicants should have: Four-year degree in technical, business, or related field; 3-5 years implementing Quality Management Systems in manufacturing and design; Proven usage of statistical methods; Experience leading APQP activities such as D/PFMEA; Sound understanding of GD&T principles; and Experience with measurement system analysis and improvement.
Where is the Quality Engineer II role at Hendrickson located?expand_more
Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson is based in 318, Tuscarawas Street West, Downtown Canton, Canton, Stark County, Ohio, 44702, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Quality Engineer II job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Hendrickson has listed this Quality Engineer II role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Quality Engineer II role?expand_more
Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson typically requires 3–5 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Quality Engineer II role at Hendrickson?expand_more
Key skills for Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson include Apqp; Pfmea; Poka-Yoke; Ppap; GD&T; Measurement System Analysis; Statistical Problem Solving; and Corrective Action Methodologies.
What education is required for Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Four-year degree in technical, business, or related field required.
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Quality Engineer II at Hendrickson is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Hendrickson
Hendrickson, headquartered in Woodridge, Illinois, operates within the truck transportation industry as a premier designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty suspension systems and related components. Since its founding in 1913 by Magnus Hendrickson, the organization has maintained a singular focus on the commercial vehicle sector, introducing innovations such as the first tandem suspension in 1926. Today, the company supplies major North American heavy-duty truck and trailer original equipment manufacturers, alongside partners across Europe, Australia, Mexico, Japan, and Latin America. The product portfolio includes high-quality truck, tractor, and trailer suspensions, liftable systems, steel leaf springs, bumpers, and stamped components designed to enhance durability, reduce operating costs, and improve driver comfort.
Following its acquisition by The Boler Company in 1978, Hendrickson expanded significantly, growing five-fold in size. The firm has produced over two million walking beam truck suspensions and two million air-ride trailer suspensions, reflecting its commitment to technological leadership and differentiated solutions. The company continues to prioritize the delivery of advanced products that meet the evolving demands of the global heavy-duty transportation market.
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