Quality Engineer/OMS

SGL Carbon•Morganton, NC

About The Position

A Quality Engineer with a continuous improvement focus drives product excellence and operational efficiency by identifying process bottlenecks, reducing waste, and preventing defects. They blend standard quality assurance with problem-solving methodologies like Lean Six Sigma to optimize manufacturing, streamline workflows, and enhance overall production standards.

Requirements

Internal auditing experience (lead auditor preferred)
Experience with SPC software such as Minitab
Experience leading and facilitating scrap reduction projects with cross functional teams
Strong problem-solving skills with advance strategy development (Shainin or DFSS preferred)
Able to work independently under limited supervision, and provide direction/leadership to others
Strengths in organization, excellent communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work on a high performing team, contributing to an environment where open and honest communication is the norm.
Ability to build effective workplace relationships, motivate co-workers, and support co-worker development.
Ability to evaluate team effectiveness and improve performance.
Lean Manufacturing experience and/or Green Belt status
Use of statistical software (Mini tab, Excel)
Bachelor’s Degree in a process engineering focused discipline - chemical, mechanical, materials or manufacturing engineering
Good written and technical communication skills
Strong knowledge of MS products

Responsibilities

Assist in ensure quality targets are met
Conduct testing on new parts/units per requirements (Specifications, Drawings, ANSI, EPA) as needed
Complete Quality Audit activities at SGL suppliers
Review customer requests/complaints related to Production parts
Aid in maintaining ISO 9001 policies & procedures
Manage assigned work packages
Monitor quality of manufacturing departments at SGL
Participate in Continuous Improvement activities and events
Assist with root cause analysis, countermeasure, & implementation for quality problems
Answer inspector questions on issues
Product and process auditing
Manage calibration program