Quality Engineer III

Jabil•Gurnee, IL

17d•$83,400 - $150,000

About The Position

The Quality Engineer III leads the development and implementation of quality plans, programs, and procedures using quality control statistics, lean manufacturing concepts, and analysis. The role ensures that performance and product quality conform to established company, customer, and regulatory requirements. It reviews, analyzes, and reports quality discrepancies related to assembly and process, investigates problems, and recommends disposition, modification, and corrective action for recurring or non-recurring discrepancies. The position interfaces with site management, manufacturing, engineering, customer, vendor, and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met.

Requirements

Degree in Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience. A high school degree or GED certificate with 7 or more years of direct experience may substitute for a degree.
At least 5 years of relevant medical device or injection molding experience.
Knowledge of the operation of ISO 13485 and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and email.
Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship by Jabil.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated assembly solutions.
Cleanroom manufacturing experience.
ASQ CQE certification.
Lean Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control plans and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
Analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment; conduct quality assurance tests; and perform statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine responsibility for products or materials that do not meet standards and specifications.
Audit quality systems to identify and correct deficiencies.
Confirm corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is complete and compliant.
Develop methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
Write, review, and approve process validations and qualifications, and facilitate resolution of validation deviations in accordance with Jabil and customer requirements.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement changes to the validation and qualification program as part of continual improvement or remediation activities.
Support and champion change controls related to customer-, supplier-, and internally driven changes.
Lead teams to ensure corrective actions (CAPA) are completed in accordance with relevant ISO and regulatory body requirements and Jabil procedures, with complete and compliant documentation.
Lead investigation teams and document responses to ensure timely resolution of customer complaints.
Lead continuous improvement efforts, maintain a quality-first mentality, and apply internal and external best practices.
Support company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Mentor Quality Engineers and train employees in Quality requirements.
Model and promote the organization's Values and Behaviors.
May hold delegation authority for the Quality Engineering Supervisor when appropriately documented.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned based on the evolution of the company and departmental or position requirements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision insurance with HRA and HSA options
401(k) match
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Commuter benefits
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance
Adoption assistance
Annual merit increases
Community volunteer opportunity
Short-term performance-based incentive
Paid parental leave
Company-paid holidays