Manufacturing Quality Engineer II

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our US QA department as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II. This role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. The Quality Assurance organization provides a variety of services aimed at helping our internal customers, which include S&C leaders and team members, deliver superior quality to our customers. Quality planning, inspection, audit, quality information, quality improvement consulting, and quality communications are examples of the kind of services the organization provides. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer II is a recognized expert in manufacturing quality, driving strategic quality initiatives across the organization. This role focuses on resolving complex issues, implementing best practices, and influencing cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field
5-7 years of progressive experience in quality engineering focusing on manufacturing quality within the electrical industry or a related industry.
Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
Demonstrated track record of leading and successfully completing large-scale quality improvement projects. Proven ability to solve complex quality problems and implement effective process improvements. Six Sigma experience preferred
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001.
Demonstrated experience in process analytics with a broad knowledge of quality tools and industry metrics. Six sigma experience preferred.
Support RMA/Non-conforming material/Rejects (NMR) activities with interdepartmental coordination.
Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the quality function.
Great project management skills, able to successfully lead project teams through ambiguity and constantly changing business needs.
Sound organizational and multitasking skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced working environment.
Sound attention to detail with an analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills.
Sound interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
Great communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation). Able to liaise with key stakeholders outside the quality function in technical and non-technical roles and present compelling information to achieve buy-in.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc), including excellent Excel skills and experience using Power BI.

Nice To Haves

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certification from ASQ

Responsibilities

Lead organization-wide initiatives to improve manufacturing quality processes, ensuring a direct positive impact to primary quality KPIs in operations.
Resolve complex manufacturing quality issues by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
Drive customer escape containment and resolution processes by implementing robust corrective actions, collaborating with production, supply chain, and engineering teams to resolve issues, minimize recurrence, and improve customer satisfaction.
Take responsibility for identifying and reducing the cost of poor quality (COPQ), including coordinating production stop and stop-ship activities, performing root cause analysis, and implementing solutions to enhance overall production quality.
Ensure accuracy in prints and acceptance criteria by conducting detailed reviews, addressing defects, and managing disposition and deviation processes to uphold quality standards.
Deploy advanced quality methodologies to improve manufacturing outcomes. Support operations leadership in understanding and adhering to new practices.
Manage and oversee large-scale quality improvement projects that span multiple departments.
Provide high-level quality support for operations, working closely with production teams to address quality-related issues and drive continuous improvements. Lead the resolution of complex quality issues, utilizing advanced problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement effective preventative measures.
Utilize quality feedback and metrics to identify opportunities for design and process improvements, driving data-driven decision-making across the company.
Coach, mentor, and delegate work to other quality engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the quality engineering team.
Proactively monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant advancements into the company’s approach to quality engineering.
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Medical & Prescription
Dental
Vision
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Group Life Insurance
Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program
Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves
Paid Parental Time
Military Leave
401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component
Annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic)