Engineer II, Quality

Elkay Manufacturing•Sanford, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer works collaboratively with production, engineering, finished goods, customer service, service centers and suppliers to ensure that processes are followed, and process outcomes meet or exceed expectations. The Quality Engineer is a leader in advanced quality planning, supplier quality feedback/improvements in quality processes and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading 8D root cause analysis teams and the daily management of critical to quality continuous improvement projects. The successful candidate will possess a mix of project management skills, mechanical aptitude, good communication skills and the drive to achieve true root cause of non-conformities.

Requirements

Four-year BS or BA degree engineering or engineering technology program
Technical quality background, with five + years' experience in working with several quality improvement tools. Ie. 8D Problem Solving, 5 Why Root Cause, Statistical Principles, Measurement Systems, FMEA, APQP, Control Plans, SPC, etc.
Project management experience
Proficient with common Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with Statistical software such as MiniTab
Experience with Six Sigma and / Lean Enterprise required.
4 year degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of blueprint reading
Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
Working knowledge of 8D/Safety problem solving
Experience with Six Sigma and / Lean Enterprise required.
Can work with Hand Gauges (calipers, micrometers, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Advanced problem solving experience preferred, i.e. – Shainin, Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
Machining/foundry/sheet metal background a plus
FARO or CMM knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Support New Product Development and Change Management with both internal engineering and with suppliers to support print requirements
Support and help improve Advanced Quality Planning activities within product development and sourcing for process hand-off to Manufacturing, including measurement devices
Develop QMS documentation
Assist with calibration management planning and execution according to IAPMO standards
Perform/Approve First Article Inspections
Ensure manufacturing follows predetermined quality standards
Perform internal quality system and product audits according to ISO 9001, IAPMO standards and Zurn Elkay organizational quality management system
Report supplier non conformances through the Global Supplier Quality reporting system and Business Unit systems
Coordinate nonconforming material containment process within the business unit
Manage and support the CAR/CAPA process, working across departments internally and with suppliers and corporate supplier quality to resolve customer quality concerns
Perform nonconforming material analysis
Support Applications Engineering and Operations in clarifying production print in conjunction with documenting organizational knowledge
Develop a knowledge of products across multiple platforms and mentor Quality Technicians
Maintain quality records
Support continuous improvement activities (#CI) across the company as required
Attend trade shows as needed to benchmark measurement system improvements
Project Manager for 8D root cause analysis teams for our largest impact projects.
Implement improved daily visual management for 8D projects and critical to quality continuous improvement action plans
Integrate visual management plan with daily gemba process in manufacturing cells. Engage engineers & floor associates to interact in daily improvement actions.
Participate in tear downs, trouble shooting, testing and validation of internal failures or new design improvements.
Design / Implement / Audit improved standard work processes for manufacturing cells that drive warranty reductions.