Associate Engineer- Quality
About The Position
The Manufacturing Associate Quality Engineer supports all areas of the eyewear production process, which may include lens and frame molding, painting, optical lens profile cutting, thin-film iridium coating, and assembly. The role provides end-to-end support, including oversight of new product introductions (NPI), pilot builds, and regular production. It includes responsibility for resolving and preventing nonconformance reports (NCMRs) and defects. The appointed engineer has “cradle to grave” responsibility for specific processes and becomes the specialist for that area, with an in-depth understanding of the full process. The position is located in Foothill Ranch, California, and may require up to 10% travel. The stated pay range is $79,351.15–$104,614.35. A competitive bonus and/or commission plan may also be offered. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or an equivalent Engineering degree.
- At least 6 months of experience in quality engineering, process control, or manufacturing engineering.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply statistical tools and methods to problem-solving in a quality or process-improvement area.
- Knowledge of standard software tools and analysis processes.
- Ability to investigate root causes of functional issues.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work positively with others.
Responsibilities
- Work safely and maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Immediately report safety hazards and work-related injuries to supervision.
- Work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Perform process control and variation reduction.
- Lead corrective and preventive actions using appropriate 8D and/or DMAIC Six Sigma methodology to address quality issues.
- Guarantee the reliability of products produced in the assigned area and ensure alignment with required standards.
- Support production processes from start to finish, including NPI, pilot builds, and regular production.
- Resolve and prevent NCMRs and defects.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- Health care
- Retirement savings
- Paid time off/vacation
- Employee discounts
- A competitive bonus and/or commission plan may be offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
