Quality Engineer

SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer is responsible to develop, implement and maintain the Quality Assurance systems and programs. This position works closely in a team environment to design, develop, improve, document, and maintain existing quality processes in a variety of areas from cutting and forming raw steel through final shipment of product.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes proven lean manufacturing based analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills/abilities to identify opportunities for cost reduction, lead-time reduction, inventory reduction and quality improvement while improving employee safety.
• Collects and analyzes data to identify root cause of problems and implement corrective action measures for improvement.
• Acts as a key member on the project development/implementation team for new/existing products and process.
• Communicates information to internal and external customers regarding Corrective Action, Containment, Continuous Improvement, Questionnaires and Audits.
• Interfaces with Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Customers and Suppliers to clarify specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Develops, implements and maintains inspection systems to ensure product acceptance.
• Initiates, monitors and verifies Corrective Action Requests.
• Performs independent work to ensure that poka-yoke techniques are launched during the product and process design phases as a means to address quality issues.
• Develops documentation for new and current products to include engineering drawings, specifications, ARI’s, quality checklists, BOMs, Routings, Estimates, etc.
• Represents the department and company during meetings with external customers or suppliers.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to multi-task with excellent time management, problem prevention and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and abstract reasoning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

WORKING CONDITIONS/OTHER:

• Full Time, Salary Exempt, 40+ hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Some travel may be required.
• This job works in a normal office environment with no undue exposure to noise, dust, odors, drafts, etc.
• Sitting/standing, free to move around, some repetitive movements (i.e., keyboarding)
• Sustained visual concentration on numbers, policy documents, etc. while viewing small areas such as monitors and small screens.

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law, compliance, trends, new technologies and best practices in areas of responsibilities.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and competencies required of this position. Employees are held accountable for all aspects for the job, which are subject to change at any time.  An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Quality Engineering, other related Engineering field or equivalent field experience is required.
• American Society for Quality (A.S.Q.) certification is a plus.
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, painting, or assembly is preferred.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and communicate print specifications as necessary.