Quality Engineer - Manufacturing SATX

JCB•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer coordinates the planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of quality system procedures and standards for JCB North America’s manufacturing facility. The role owns the identification of product and process improvement opportunities and leads quality improvement activities with cross-functional teams. The position establishes and maintains manufacturing quality standards and programs, leads the ISO 9001 management system, and supports conformance with applicable ISO 9000 standards for welding and fabrication. It monitors quality, productivity, and performance; audits manufacturing processes and changes; and implements improvements and training to ensure procedures and standards are followed. The role is based at JCB’s San Antonio, Texas facility and involves work in both office and manufacturing environments. The schedule must be flexible and include Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The job includes physical activity such as lifting, standing, bending, and working in varying temperatures and dusty conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar field from an accredited college or university.
5S lean manufacturing and Six Sigma certification.
Must pass drug screens, background checks, and pre-employment tests conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with practical fabrication experience.
Ability to champion process improvement and influence change.
Ability to work cross-functionally and lead cross-functional teams and initiatives.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and delegate work.
Knowledge of maintaining an ISO 9000 manufacturing system.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
GD&T experience and ability to interpret blueprint engineering drawings.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment, remain detail-oriented, and work independently.
Collaborative approach to resolving issues across enterprise groups.
Ability to understand processes, troubleshoot, and develop and recommend solutions.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 35 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform continuous, repetitive physical activities, keep pace with production speed, grasp and pinch small items, reach, turn the wrist, and push and pull with reasonable force.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods; work in hot or cold temperatures and dusty environments; and work on elevated access platforms when necessary.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering or a related field.
At least 5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment in a related industry.
At least 2 years of experience in weld fabrication.

Responsibilities

Establish quality standards that address all products produced in manufacturing processes.
Lead the ISO 9001 management system for manufacturing.
Manage product quality programs and projects for manufacturing.
Create, set up, and audit manufacturing processes and changes to ensure conformance with process control procedures, quality standards, and engineering specifications.
Monitor quality, productivity, and performance.
Create and implement changes needed to ensure quality standards are met in manufacturing.
Provide training to ensure proper procedures are followed.
Ensure the system conforms to applicable ISO 9000 standards for welding and fabrication.
Create process-improvement communication channels across manufacturing functions.
Champion continuous process improvement among teams and team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.