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Date: Sep 7, 2024
Location: Louisville, KY, US, 40258
Company: PACCAR
Company Information
PACCAR is a Global Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
Division Information
Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. a suburb of Dallas. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium- and heavy-duty truck parts sold under Kenworth, Peterbilt, and OAF nameplates. For fifty years Dynacraft has provided the company's truck divisions and PACCAR Parts division with high quality components, subassemblies, and specialized services. Dynacraft has production facilities in Louisville, KY, and McKinney, TX.
Requisition Summary
Dynacraft is looking for a Quality Engineer to help support our Louisville facility. The Quality Engineer reports to the Division Quality Manager and will function as the primary plant resource to ensure that APQP is followed for product Launches and all Dynacraft and PACCAR standards are maintained. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is proactive, and has experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Function as a Quality Liaison with customers regarding Quality issues of Truck components
Investigate and perform Root Cause Analysis when Quality concerns are identified
Participate in engineering design reviews for new products and processes
Conduct dimensional inspection of PPAP sample components
Provide technical assistance and training to customers and internal personnel for understanding of PPAP, quality and assembly requirements
Lead and support (as required) foundational APQP documentation such as feasibility reviews, production control plans, PFMEA, safe Launch plans, etc.
Create and maintain PPAP files and documentation in support of PACCAR PPAP guidelines
Lead Statistical Process Control and Capability Studies on new and existing products
Provide analytical support to Dynacraft process owners regarding product/process quality issues
Identify and facilitate improvement initiatives utilizing customer/internal feedback to help identify opportunities to resolve quality/production issues
Required Qualifications and Skills
Three years of automotive electrical experience at an OEM or Tier One supplier
High Voltage Cable / Battery Electrical Vehicle knowledge and experience
Experience with ISO 9000/9001/14000/14001, TS16949, or QS 9000 QMS's in a related capacity
Understanding of APQP and other Quality Management tools (PF, FMEA, CP )
Ability to read, understand, and interpret GD&T, engineering drawings and specifications, and translate into part and process requirements
Must possess PC based computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Experience with Minitab or equivalent software
Demonstrated ability to facilitate team efforts and work under minimal supervision
Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Education
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical & Computer, or Battery/Energy Storage Engineering or related technical discipline
Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short-and long-term disability programs
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
This position is also eligible for a holiday gift
Diversity
PACCAR has success with diverse teams of employees working together to achieve excellent results. Having a diverse and inclusive work environment ensures PACCAR has the talent needed to conduct business today and in the future by leveraging different backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints. We believe diversity in the workplace increases innovation, results in better decisions and increases employee engagement.
PACCAR increases awareness through the efforts of global company-wide Diversity Councils and various employee resource groups that support initiatives & activities including multi-cultural events, outreach, mentorship programs, and more. PACCAR has been awarded the Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018 by the Women In Trucking Association and Newsweek 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women.
For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment page: Diversity and Inclusion (https://jobs.paccar.com/content/Diversity-and-Inclusion/?locale=en_US)
Additional Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.
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