Engineer, Corporate Quality

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Chamberlain Group is a global leader in access solutions. Our leading brands like LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Merlin and Grifco are found in millions of homes and commercial applications across the globe. Our innovative products powered by the myQ digital ecosystem provide customers with smart access solutions to move safely through garages, homes, communities, businesses, and storage facilities.  At Chamberlain Group, we hire smart people to work on cool products for a connected world.

This is a role within Chamberlain Group's Quality and Compliance function. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) lead implementation of APQP practices within new product development teams; ensure execution of APQP methods and related deliverables, such as FMEA’s, product assurance planning, CTQ’s, and control plans, and (ii) work closely with marketing and new product development teams to identify CTQ attributes and then coach and guide teams with proper planning to achieve within the product and process design. Requires 5 years of experience in product Quality, and APQP methodologies and a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience..

Engineer, Corporate Quality Duties:

• Lead implementation of APQP practices within New Product Development teams; ensure execution of APQP methods and related deliverables, such as FMEA’s, Product Assurance Planning, CTQ’s, and Control Plans
• Work closely with Marketing and New Product Development teams to identify CTQ attributes and then coach and guide teams with proper planning to achieve within the product and process design
• Drive early supplier involvement reviews with cross-functional teams to continuously improve product quality from suppliers, and assist with Supplier Risk Management, where needed
• Assist with the Supplier Quality Assessment program; conduct studies and audits of supplier processes and products; analyze supplier capabilities and assist with developing supplier quality metrics
• Provide technical support or training to other employees for items such as APQP methods, inbound inspections or reworks
• Facilitate the implementation and maintenance of Chamberlain Group's Quality Management System for ISO 9001 by conducting or providing training for internal audits
• Participate in development of DVP&R’s and associated Test Plans with Design and Test Engineering both internal and contract manufacturing; participate in design reviews
• Work with Plant Quality to ensure Manufacturing Quality Plans are completed in the NPD process
• Track design quality metrics for Product Development projects
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.
• Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed 

Engineer, Corporate Quality - Qualifications:   

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

• 5 years of experience in product Quality, and APQP methodologies
• APQP and FMEA methodologies
• Six Sigma Green Belt
• Understand & apply Block Diagrams, Interface Matrices, Parameter Diagrams, FMEA’s, DVP&R, 8Ds, & control plans
• Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional environment
• Able to travel up to 15% - domestically and internationally

• Preferred Qualifications:  ASQ CQE or CQA TWI Certification, Electromechanical and manufacturing operations experience; experience with global suppliers, Strong knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning process, Six Sigma Black belt preferred, Working Knowledge and Application of Lean Manufacturing, DFM, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Total Cost of Ownership, Outsourcing/Off-Shoring, Suppler Diversity & Sustainability/Regulatory compliance, Ability to implement Statistical Process Control, Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional environment

The pay range/rate of pay for this position is $73,000-$137,800; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.  In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).  This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.  

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