Quality Engineer

Are you passionate about quality and compliance? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Quality Engineer!
 There is no relocation assistance provided with this opportunity.  
This role is based at our headquarters in Jefferson Hills, PA
About Us:
At the Kurt J. Lesker Company (KJLC), we are passionate about designing, manufacturing, and delivering scientific vacuum systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products have a wide range of applications, from semiconductors to space exploration, from automotive to solar, from medical devices to many other technologies that are transforming the world. We are a dynamic, growing international company with a strong team culture and a commitment to sustainability. We have been innovating and expanding for over 70 years, thanks to our long-term vision and our ability to invest in the future.  
Summary:
This role is essential for managing our Quality Management System (QMS) and ensuring ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliance. Key responsibilities include supplier quality management, CAPA, internal audits, and customer quality. You will manage supplier qualifications, lead audits, handle corrective actions, spearhead CAPA initiatives, conduct internal audits, and address customer quality concerns
Supplier Quality Management:

• Conduct supplier audits and manage qualification processes.
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards.
• Collaborate with supply chain and product management to address quality issues.

Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA):

• Lead investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and monitor preventative action plans.
• Manage the CAPA program and track metrics.
• Facilitate CAPA meetings and ensure compliance with regulations.

Internal Auditing:

• Perform internal audits for ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliance.
• Prepare audit reports and follow up on corrective actions.

Customer Quality:

• Complete and maintain quality documentation for customer projects.
• Coordinate and facilitate customer audits.
• Liaise with customers to resolve quality issues.

General Responsibilities:

• Participate in cross-functional meetings on quality issues.
• Maintain and update quality documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide training on quality topics.
• Assist in developing quality policies and procedures.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer or related quality field
• In-depth knowledge of a formal quality management system (i.e. ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16494, etc.)
• Strong problem solving skills (root cause identification and resolution, etc.)
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist and lift up to and including 50 lbs unassisted. Assistance must be used for any items over this weight.  Assistance is always required for anything weighing over 60 lbs
• The ability to travel approximately 20% of the time

Preferred

• Strong lean management experience (6S, kaizen, A3, 8D, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication skills

Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:  

• On-site gym and Running/Walking Trail 
• Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics screening, annual 5K, waste pick up events, etc.) 
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances  
• Recycling program and electric vehicle plug in station  
• Paid time off  
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Office-wide events 
• Employee recognition programs 

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Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at [email protected] or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.