Jr. Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc•Springfield, MA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Develops and implements optimal, cost-effective quality manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, training, methods and controls. Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

Requirements

Associates degree in mechanical, manufacturing, quality, materials engineering or three to five years of prior related Manufacturing and Quality Assurance experience
Travel up to 50% required during the TN transition
A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes, with a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture. Must also understand how to communicate these transformational changes to a diverse workforce and management
Expertise with all Statistical Process Control; Six Sigma experience is highly desirable
Extensive knowledge of metrology
Strong, proven problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and statistical software
Good Communication skills - Strong and well-developed interpersonal skills
Ability to present data to management in an effective manner
Specific experience in drawing interpretation and standards (GD & T)
Strong organizational and time management skills accompanied with a proactive mindset
Knowledge, understanding, and experience with general industrial processes, such as machining, casting and molding
Good command of the English language in both verbal and written skills.
Proficient computer skills.
Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position.
Participate in and follow all company initiatives.
Standing, sitting, stooping and squatting can be expected along with lifting or with other means transfer of tooling, parts, containers and raw materials.
Lifting requirement of 30 Lbs.
Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception and ability to focus.
Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floor
The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of metallurgy a plus

Responsibilities

Drive company to identify and establish quality management systems based in prevention, utilizing capability studies, process FMEA, SPC, DoE, CoV, gage R&R, and other quality tools
Assist in the qualification of new manufacturing processes and equipment
Be fully capable of recognizing machine, tool, & fixture issues and communicate suggestions to engineering
Conduct print reviews and approvals
Develop and define supplier product inspection criteria, cosmetic defects and communication of criteria and expectations internally and to the suppliers. Work effectively with the supplier quality engineers
Facilitate formal, hands-on Root Cause and Corrective Action activity
Create processes and procedures
Tabulate and analyze quality data -- Drive change with solid metrics
Provides assistance and direction to the inspectors and quality technicians
Assist in the processing of first article inspections
Assists with internal process and gage audits
Work to eliminate hard gauging through the use of statistical process controls
Other duties as assigned
Regular attendance (as defined in our policies) is required