Power Drives, Inc. is a Buffalo‑based manufacturer specializing in custom‑engineered hose, tube, and fluid conveyance systems for a wide range of industrial and mobile equipment applications. Founded in 1946, PDI is known for delivering high‑quality, reliable solutions backed by strong engineering expertise and decades of industry experience.

Quality Engineer

Objective

Perform analysis, research and testing to promote a technical understanding of the processes involved in quality. Promote and be actively involved in the process improvement activities, perform duties as assigned by management in regard to new product development, part approval processes, and calibrations and test methodologies.

This role is 100% onsite

Minimum Requirements

2 Year Technical Degree
4 Year Degree Preferred
2 Years Manufacturing Quality Experience
Experience in Automotive Quality Systems ISO/TS
Experience writing and maintaining Control Plans, PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams and Quality Work Instructions
Experience in problem solving techniques, specifically 3 Legged, 5 Why and 8D
Experience in PPAP process

Job Requirements

Working knowledge of MS office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.…)
High level of verbal and written communications skills
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities
Working knowledge of AIAG standard practices
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of calibration system

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Verification and validation APQP activities
Management of PDI's calibration system
Review and submission of all customer PPAP requests
Review and approval of all vendor PPAP submissions
Vendor returns and associated Corrective Actions
Participating in PDI's LPA and internal system audit processes
Supervising facility Quality Technicians
Maintenance of PDI's PFD, Control Plans, Gage R&R's, and Inspection Systems
Communicating with the customer in regards to APQP, Corrective Action, Product/Process Improvement
Participating in PDI's supplier improvement program
Performing on site vendor evaluations
Participating in PDI's continuous improvement process
Other duties as assigned by the facility Quality Manager
Manage and maintain the planning and execution of PDI's verification and validation processes from RFQ through production to ensure proper controls are consistently utilized by both PDI and our vendors.

Pay Range
Starting at $65,000-90,000 plus annual incentive plan
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual salaries will be set within the compensation range and determined by factors such as market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise, and internal equity considerations.

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