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Manufacturing Quality Engineer

IKO Production

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Kankakee, IL
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Job Overview:

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Competitive salary

  • Competitive health and benefit plan

  • Competitive matched retirement savings program

  • The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion

  • The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE;

  • Developing and implementing quality assurance procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

  • Conducting regular audits and inspections of manufacturing processes, equipment, and facilities to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards.

  • Monitoring and analyzing quality metrics, such as defect rates, scrap levels, and customer complaints, to identify trends and areas for improvement.

  • Collaborating with engineering, production, and other departments to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.

  • Utilizing quality tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce defects.

  • Participating in process validation activities, including protocol development, execution, and documentation.

  • Evaluating and qualifying suppliers based on their ability to meet quality requirements and standards.

  • Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to quality agreements and specifications.

  • Working with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation related to quality processes, procedures, and inspections.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE;

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Assurance, or related field.

  • 5-7 years’ experience in manufacturing quality engineering roles.

  • Strong understanding of quality management systems.

  • Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization.

  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in quality.

  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards relevant to the industry is a plus.

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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.