Test Cell Engineer, Quality

The Company

We build the machines that power industry.
We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips.
Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy.
With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact.
At Hitachi Global Air Power, you'll be part of a global network that's shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

The Test Cell Quality Engineer is responsible for Quality Management of the Test Cells and its functionality to ensure machines are delivered to customers with high quality confidence.
TCQ Engineer will be owner of testing finished products, defining what to test, how to test & how well to test the outgoing product performance quality.
This position will collaborate cross functionally regarding product testing, failure analysis, maintenance of the test cell facilities, test instruments & software upgrades.

This position is located onsite in Michigan City, Indiana.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Establish robust Test Procedures, Systems & Quality Plans based on inputs from Engineering, Customer Quality and Service.
  Those need to be thorough to identify possible failure modes, catch performance & manufacturing escapes, with an objective to reduce Q issues in the field.
  
• Responsible for test cell facilities in all HGAP-US buildings (Stationary, Portable, Units, Oil Free).
  
• Investigate better test equipment, automation where possible, and accommodate additional testing requirements for better GR&R, discrimination, recording, analysis & record retention
• Process controls for Test Cell program software.
  
• Improve test facilities with goals of test cell operator safety and efficiency.
  
• Ensuring efficient and effective calibration of the Test Cells and its associated equipment.
  
• Involvement with Global New Product Development (GNPD) projects regarding DVP&R verification and implementation of required testing during production.
  
• In collaboration with Operations and Training Teams, review the tester job descriptions, consider different levels for entry, basic models, higher tech models, or possibly a tester apprenticeship type of role.
  
• Assist in the establishment of a training program for testers taking under consideration the different levels, and possibly quarterly training to keep up with new models and technology.
  This would also include processes to verify issues that have been raised in the field.
  
• Work cross functionally to eliminate test/quality internal escapes.
  
• All issues identified in test should be posted daily and trend charts established to measure improvement.
  Near misses & repeat failures need to be tracked using Gensuite.
  Track internal assembly escapes caught in test.
  All internal escapes caught in test need to be discussed in the next morning toolbox meetings, and tracked where everyone can see.
  Test data & issues need to be analyzed, trends to be discussed, and teams formed to mistake proof the issues based on the data collected.
  
• Assist in establishing finished product quality criteria.
  Provide examples of acceptance criteria where needed.
  
• Integration of processes to meet Hitachi Global Quality Standards.
  
• Participates in Layered Process Audits (LPAs), as needed
• Assists with the Quality System maintenance, as needed

Qualifications:

Education and Knowledge

• M.
  S.
  or B.
  S.
  in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing).
  
• ASQ Certification CQM, CQA, CQE preferred.
  

Professional Experience:

• Must have 5 plus years' experience in Quality in a manufacturing setting.
  
• Must have solid understand of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 management systems.
  
• Experience in Test Standards, preparing test plans, instrumentation & Data acquisition systems
• Must understand and comply with HGAP-US Safety Standards.
  
• Knowledgeable with hands-on experience in the application of Lean and Six Sigma including the following tools:
  Value Stream Mapping, Cpk/Ppk, GR&R, Sampling Plans, Kaizen, 5S, Statistical Analysis, 5 why's, Root Cause analysis, VOC, QFD, Error Proofing, Robust Design, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, etc.
  
• Possess working knowledge of automotive or industrial manufacturing quality tools:
  AIAG, PPAP, DVPR, DFMEA/PFMEA, Control Plan, 8D, MSA and Statistical Process Control (SPC) standards.
  
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work as part of a team.
  
• Must be proficient in Outlook, MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint.
  
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  
• Customer Relationship Management, database experience, a plus.
  
• SAP knowledge, a plus.
  

Key behaviors:

• Ability to work well with others and able to think critically, anticipating/recognizing problems and resolving in a timely manner.
  
• Always working towards continuous improvement, upgrading knowledge & skills
• High energy and aptitude for analytical and technical work that requires attention to detail.
  

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies.
In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide.
It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.