Lead Engineer, Quality

Coherent Corp. US • Montville Township, NJ

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About The Position

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Developing and implementing quality control plans and procedures to be compliant with IATF 16949 standard; Working on strategies resulting in cost reduction, profit improvement, elimination of waste, increasing speed of execution, employee satisfaction, customer satisfaction; Supporting the application of quality tools and methods, such as APQP, FMEA and SPC; Supporting other quality processes such as change control, material review board, RMA; Performing and responding to quality audits and facilitate corrective action and process improvements based upon audit results; Planning, promoting, and organizing training on all aspects of the QMS; Assisting production and engineering personnel to ensure delivery of quality products. Education & Experience BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent. 5-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering. 3 years minimum in an IATF 16949 certified manufacturing company. ASQ certified quality engineer or Six Sigma Green or Black belt certification is desirable. Skills Experience with Advanced Quality Management and knowledge of various quality systems, especially ISO 9001, and IATF 16949. Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate projects and achieve results Hands-on experience with APQP, FMEA and Control Plan, SPC; experience in Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM techniques. Able to build an IATF 16949 compliant QMS to merge with existing ISO 9001 system Able to think critically and able to improve elements of the Automotive Quality System to remove waste of time and dollars, while increasing quality performance. Sound judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques to address complex problems and finding solutions. Experience in data collection and analysis such as process capability studies and analysis of DOE data. Able to serves as a technical resource on quality related issues across the business unit. Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills. Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Working Conditions 8-hour shift: 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday Special working conditions cover a range of circumstances from regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, willingness to work off-core-hours, travel, and so forth. Physical Requirements Ability to work at computer ITAR/EAR and Other Requirements Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual). Compliance with all applicable export control regulations. Safety Requirements All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities. Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance. Quality and Environmental Responsibilities Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System. Culture Commitment Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

Requirements

• BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of experience in Quality Engineering.
• 3 years minimum in an IATF 16949 certified manufacturing company.
• Experience with Advanced Quality Management and knowledge of various quality systems, especially ISO 9001, and IATF 16949.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate projects and achieve results
• Hands-on experience with APQP, FMEA and Control Plan, SPC; experience in Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM techniques.
• Able to build an IATF 16949 compliant QMS to merge with existing ISO 9001 system
• Able to think critically and able to improve elements of the Automotive Quality System to remove waste of time and dollars, while increasing quality performance.
• Sound judgment in selecting appropriate methods and techniques to address complex problems and finding solutions.
• Experience in data collection and analysis such as process capability studies and analysis of DOE data. Able to serves as a technical resource on quality related issues across the business unit.
• Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills.
• Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual).
• Compliance with all applicable export control regulations.
• All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
• Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.
• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Nice To Haves

• ASQ certified quality engineer or Six Sigma Green or Black belt certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing quality control plans and procedures to be compliant with IATF 16949 standard
• Working on strategies resulting in cost reduction, profit improvement, elimination of waste, increasing speed of execution, employee satisfaction, customer satisfaction
• Supporting the application of quality tools and methods, such as APQP, FMEA and SPC
• Supporting other quality processes such as change control, material review board, RMA
• Performing and responding to quality audits and facilitate corrective action and process improvements based upon audit results
• Planning, promoting, and organizing training on all aspects of the QMS
• Assisting production and engineering personnel to ensure delivery of quality products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees