Quality Engineer Intern - Zeeland, United States - Illinois Tool Works

Description

ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses.

ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 48,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards.

These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of over 17,000 granted and pending patents.


Essential Functions:
Gather, track, and analyze Quality KPI data.

Manage the tracking of Customer and Supplier Scorecards.

Assist with the timed improvement of the IATF 16949 Quality Management System.

Review key product and process documentation ensuring customer requirements have been accurately transferred down through operator instructions.

Manage process improvement and projects related to quality processes improvements.

Participate in the design, development and testing of new and existing products and equipment.

Drive improvement in customer complaint handling using the 8D process.

Conduct ongoing analyses of products and processes to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

Work with operations to drive towards the divisional scrap goal.

Perform Statistical and Root Cause Analysis.

Participate in other quality activities as assigned.

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering or related field

Incoming Junior or Senior preferred with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect and analyze data

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and recommend solutions.

Excellent time management skills and project management abilities

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

Proficient in MS Office applications like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.

Ability to accurately read prints, specifications, procedures, FMEAs, and control plans

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Experience with quality management systems is a plus

Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes is a plus

Must be able to move freely, with or without accommodation, throughout the manufacturing environment

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