Manufacturing Quality Engineer

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Dixon, IL, USA
In-Office
81K-111K Annually
Expert/Leader
Automotive • Other
The Role
Provide manufacturing and quality engineering technical support to production, lead new product introductions, implement process and equipment improvements, perform problem-solving (8D/5 Why/A3), run DOE/DOE studies and SPC, manage non-conformances and customer corrective actions, and train/lead manufacturing teams to improve quality, cost, and safety.
Summary Generated by Built In
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


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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
  • 10 - 12 years engineering experience
  • Actively participated in a major product launch
  • Demonstrated depth and breadth of knowledge in manufacturing/quality engineering principles
  • Experience with DOE (Echip) and Design of Experiments
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC) experience
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge
  • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) experience
  • SMED theory and application
  • Problem solving skills (5W, 8Ds, A3, Fish Bone, etc.)
  • Project management skills (Gantt and PERT charts)
  • Tool and fixture design and automation design/application experience
  • Time and Motion analysis and capacity/capability analysis experience
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and automotive industry/customers
  • Communication and presentation skills (internal and external)
  • Health and safety systems/procedures familiarity and use of PPE

BorgWarner Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BorgWarner and has not been reviewed or approved by BorgWarner.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered fair for many roles, with “fair pay for job” and “pay is good” recurring alongside “competitive pay structure” in professional and engineering positions. Satisfaction appears stronger in technical/professional roles and certain locations.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, advocacy resources, and a dedicated U.S. benefits hub. Employer‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance broaden the protection.
  • Flexible Benefits The offering spans HSAs/FSAs, retirement savings, disability, and formal vacation/holiday programs, with site‑specific reference guides and plan documents. Wellness‑linked options (including previously communicated no‑premium choices) add flexibility where available.

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