Process Control Engineer C Job in East Peoria 61611, Illinois Us
Description:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to work with suppliers to ensure that robust process controls are in place to prevent nonconformities, to continuously monitor suppliers' key manufacturing processes and quality management system for improvement opportunities and to assist suppliers with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities to ensure production readiness for New Product Introduction (NPI).
The PCE is responsible for the suppliers' processes from design concept to the end of product life (cradle to grave). This position ensures the adequacy of the suppliers' quality management system and the capability of people, training, tooling, fixturing and equipment. Provides technical support during start-up activities. Ensures that APQP activities related to process control are being performed by the supplier. Monitors supplier adherence to Process Change Notification (PCN) (for changes driven by Supplier and Caterpillar) on a timely and cost effective basis. Helps suppliers extract value from the APQP process. Manages supplier's project plans and activities to ensure product meets Caterpillar expectations. Ensures all relevant requirements and related changes are thoroughly documented. Reviews APQP documentation (e.g., Process FMEA {failure mode and effects analysis}, Process Control Plans, Gage RR {repeatability reproducibility}). Participates in process FMEA for suppliers' manufacturing processes. Audits process control implementation and effectiveness. Validates process capability. Ensures PPAP completion and approval prior to delivery of new parts.
The PCE ensures resolution and implementation of robust solutions for quality problems associated with purchased materials and engineering issues. Responsible for the review, approval and validation of 8D permanent corrective action plans. Performs quality management system audits and Supplier Evaluation Surveys (SES), including assessments of potential new suppliers. Supports SPQ projects. Participates in the development of Supplier quality metrics. Participates in Supplier Performance Management Reviews (SPM).
Supports Caterpillar 6 Sigma initiatives with suppliers. Executes assigned activities from Concurrent Product and Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI) and Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) teams. Works with suppliers to reduce waste and improve supplier process capability and efficiency. Not responsible for supply chain expediting activities. Not responsible for reporting activities in Workflow.
Must have a thorough working knowledge of quality initiatives. The position manages the completion of their own work assignments and coordinates work with others. Maintains the highest ethical and professional standards within this diverse global organization.
Relationships: - Maintains close working relationships with suppliers and Caterpillar Supplier Quality Engineers, Logistics and Material Planning Groups, Purchasing Groups, Technical Process Stewards, APQP Leader and Design Engineers.
Some travel is required.
Qualifications:
A minimum of 1 year of job-related experience.
Engineering or manufacturing background plus familiarity with manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies for Caterpillar-type Products;
Knowledge of shop operations
Good interpersonal communication, analytical, leadership and project management skills to develop a cooperative working relationships with others both inside and outside of Caterpillar.
Desirable Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering, is highly desired.
Capable of using and demonstrating statistical and problem solving tools.
Understanding of 3rd party registration standards.
This posting will close on 14th December 2011.
Please apply online - link below:
http://www.caterpillar.com/careers
Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
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Job Location: East Peoria, IL
Job Number: 8282
Company URL: http://www.cat.com/cda/layout?m=38043x=7
Company Profile:
For more than 85 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. With 2010 sales and revenues of $42.588 billion, Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company also is a leading services provider through Caterpillar Financial Services, Caterpillar Remanufacturing Services, Caterpillar Logistics Services and Progress Rail Services. To learn more, visit JoinTeamCaterpillar.com or caterpillar.com.
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