Quality Engineer

Under the general direction of the Quality Leader, this position is accountable for coordinating the design/process compatibility of existing parts and products and working with Supplier Quality Engineers and Product Engineering to, with purchasing, determine the capability of existing and new suppliers.

• Effective structured problem solving as needed and supports the training/developing of structured problem solving. 

• Using Control Plans and PFMEA to maintain process control and risk mitigation  

• Understands/Uses process and machine capability studies necessary to identify opportunities in current and future process requirements. 

• Responsible for tracking resolutions of supplier quality/productivity problems. 

• Procurement of inspection/test equipment required in the production areas assigned. 

• Supervises quality process control and audit personnel assigned. 

• Maintains quality documentation at test and audit to engineering specifications. 

• Support the effort of new design introduction within processes to meet engineering specifications. 

• Manages effective execution of action items, “who’s going to do what” by “when”, on KPI boards to ensure goals are met. 

• Drives an “Everyone Owns Quality” mentality by engaging and empowering employees in problem-solving at the source 

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, including views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, specifications, and product/process characteristics
• Advanced training or experience using statistical techniques, quality tools, Lean Six Sigma / DMAIC, 8D, 5-Why, fishbone, FMEA, control plans, mistake-proofing, or other structured continuous improvement methods
• Understands / Uses process and machine capability studies necessary to identify opportunities in current and future process requirements.
• Able to use Control Plans and PFMEA to maintain process control and risk mitigation

Education: 

• AS degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing discipline required  

• BS degree in Engineering, Quality or Manufacturing discipline desired  

Knowledge & Experience: 

• 2-4 years of experience in quality assurance and/or control preferred. 

• Experience with Quality Tools such as: Capability studies, Process Mapping, FMEA, Control Charts, and higher-level Six Sigma methodology  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Experience in a project team environment is beneficial. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and minimal lifting.