Engineer, Quality

Materion•Elmore, OH

20d

About The Position

The Quality Engineer I is a key member of the Quality team and helps maintain effective quality systems. The role works closely with customers to resolve issues and help reduce costs. The engineer also collaborates with colleagues and participates in site teams and projects focused on improving efficiency, yield, and other outcomes. The position is based in Elmore, Ohio. The employee must wear appropriate personal protective equipment and may be exposed occasionally to low concentrations of fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals; such exposures are customarily within federal and state regulatory limits. The work environment is usually low-noise. Travel may be required, including 25–50% within the first six months. Selection is contingent on eligibility to access U.S. controlled technology under ITAR and EAR requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field.
At least 3 years of experience in a metals or materials production or laboratory environment is preferred.
General knowledge of systematic quality management systems.
ETQ experience.
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks on time.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Suite.
Effective communication with groups of customers and employees.
Ability to train.
Solution-oriented approach.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
English language proficiency.
Must meet the stated export-compliance eligibility requirements for access to U.S. controlled technology.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy.
Ability to travel (10% or less).

Responsibilities

Identify and collaborate on customer issues.
Use root cause analysis tools to identify possible causes of issues and propose solutions.
Support quality standards, including ISO 9001, AS9100D, and ISO 17025, through quality-system activities such as documentation, internal and external audits, and calibration.
Collaborate with peers to ensure alignment.
Participate in site teams and projects that drive improvements in efficiency, yield, and other areas.
Train others.