Quality Engineer 1

Cirrus • Duluth, MN

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer is responsible for quality inspections and for monitoring of operations for compliance to client and regulatory requirements. Provides quality assurance related oversight, support, and consultation for technical engineering, design, analysis related work. Establishes and evaluates the implementation of the quality assurance program and communicates quality information and trends. Contributes to a broad cross-section of product lines and interfaces with all parts of the technical and support communities. Understands and is technically knowledgeable in multiple engineering disciplines. This role is responsible to implement improved quality metrics and measurements, ensure that practices are followed consistently across the organization, and drive new quality initiatives across the development organization.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable in the use of various problem-solving and quality engineering methodologies such as process mapping, Failure Modes, and Effects Analysis, statistical techniques such as Analysis of Variance, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility, and Process Capability Studies
• Quality Engineers use the principle statistics, calculus, trigonometry, and other advanced topics in mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work
• Knowledge in Database software, Design software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
• Be able to coordinate between diverse group of individuals including engineering, supply chain, purchasing, operators/technicians, and management
• Be able to clearly communicate problem statements, root cause analysis and corrective action solutions to stakeholders
• Be able to read drawings and basic knowledge of GD&T
• Have basic knowledge of inspections equipment such as height gauges, CMMs, portable CMMS, laser trackers, etc

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a STEM discipline preferred

Responsibilities

• Report supplier performance and quality to management
• Ensure compliance to the Cirrus quality system and requirements
• Track and qualify or disqualify suppliers according to organization’s standards
• Maintain successful relationships with suppl, engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory departments
• Maintains product quality acceptance standards
• Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action to improve product quality
• Gathers information to evaluate supplier processes to determine applicable quality and regulatory requirements are met
• Communicate company and quality assurance objectives and goals to suppliers
• Runs and maintains internal quality metrics, reports, and facilitates action plans
• Issues corrective actions and provides proper follow-up for quality system and product nonconformances

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting after one year of employment.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level