Measurements and Quality Engineer

Corning•Harrodsburg, KY

1d•$91,649 - $126,018•Onsite

About The Position

The Measurements and Quality Engineer / Supervisor leads a team responsible for the measurement technologies that enable product quality and manufacturing performance. This leader owns metrology equipment reliability, measurement system capability, MSA compliance, and implementation of new measurement technologies. Success in the role requires a blend of technical expertise, people leadership, statistical problem-solving, and project management to ensure measurement systems provide accurate, actionable data that drive operational and quality excellence.

Requirements

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, especially related to mechanical and electronic systems
Methodical, data-based decision-making skills with the ability to use this data in proactively finding solutions
Understanding of basic statistical and data analysis concepts and their application in manufacturing
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Nice To Haves

Technical curiosity
Demonstrated project management skills, such as rigorous application of documented procedures and driving schedule, budget and scope
Ability to multitask in a rapidly changing environment
Experience with Six Sigma DMAIC principles
Understanding of KT problem solving techniques
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interface in a multicultural work environment
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to accept change
Open and engaging - able to interface effectively with others
Experience working with outside suppliers and contract

Responsibilities

Lead team of engineers and technicians to maintain current measurements technology to include coordinating with internal and external engineering resources to deliver glass measurements, equipment accuracy and reliability
Responsible for the metrology department and capital budget
Develop integration and receivership plans for new metrology gauges and requirements
Complete and maintain Measurement System Analyses for all key quality gauges, noting and acting on any opportunities for improvement
Provide guidance and training on the use of engineering principles and data to troubleshoot operational issues related to online and offline glass measurements
Support experiments and developments on multiple products which vary in dimension, texture and composition
Drive the use of KT, risk assessment, DMAIC, innovation and other tools to deliver results
Track and report on critical gauge performance and capability metrics
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct measurement and gauge equipment issues
Provide guidance/training to other personnel, primarily operations, to support 24/7 measurements
Onboard and validate new procedures and gauges through project work and SOP development