Quality Engineer
About The Position
Quality Engineer functions as the owner for overall quality management of a processes. This role monitors product quality and quality plan execution while working effectively across all levels and functions of the organization, including Supplier Quality, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and Sourcing. The Quality Engineer identifies root causes and develops solutions for non-conforming products, maintains and audits the Quality Management System (QMS), and leads inspection and testing standards to support continual improvement. This position is also responsible for customer satisfaction and scrap reduction projects, while supporting change implementation activities to ensure no negative impact on customer experience or company metrics.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing quality environment, including ISO quality system procedures.
- Manufacturing processes; PTFE experience preferred.
- ISO 9001 requirements; knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA is a plus.
- Strong root-cause analysis skills with 8D methodology; Six Sigma certification preferred.
- Experience in process audits; auditor certification a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering field.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with both shop floor teams and customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with QMS data systems and ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Results-driven with a focus on continual improvement
- Collaborative mindset with ability to work cross-functionally
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Customer-focused approach with commitment to quality
Nice To Haves
- PTFE experience preferred.
- knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA is a plus.
- Six Sigma certification preferred.
- auditor certification a plus.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and audit the company’s QMS in accordance with ISO standards and customer requirements.
- Create, revise, and review procedures, work instructions, and forms related to quality and supporting systems or processes.
- Support customer and third-party product, process, and quality system audits.
- Lead corrective and preventive actions related to QMS and customer issues.
- Review dispositions of nonconforming material and assign appropriate coding.
- Provide data and insights on trends to reduce recurrence.
- Provide Quality Engineering support to the operations team.
- Lead root cause investigations, develop action plans, and implement corrective actions for quality excursions and other major manufacturing issues.
- Support Purchasing in the selection and evaluation of suppliers.
- Perform source inspections and audits; monitor and report on supplier quality performance.
- Review purchase orders to ensure requirements from quality plans, product design, and/or customers are clearly communicated.
- Participate in contract review, design review, and change management processes.
- Ensure customer requirements are identified and consistently met or exceeded.
- Lead quality improvement projects utilizing Six Sigma tools (DOE, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, 8D, etc.).
- Drive process improvements with cross-functional teams using quality management tools.
- Improve inspection and testing methods and equipment.
- Review and analyze statistical data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Perform quality inspections and testing as required.
- Develop testing plans and prepare technical reports summarizing investigations, qualifications, and experiments.
- Provide training and guidance to others on quality control activities and best practices.
- Other Duties as assigned by management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
