Quality Engineer

Spartronics Watertown LLC • Watertown, SD

just now • Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Engineer at Spartronics you'll plan and conduct activities concerned with the quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products. Your contributions will help us continue our journey towards Winning as One: One company. One team. One purpose. One plan. One culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or science-related field, or significant applicable experience in lieu of degree.
• Self-motivated driver of quality with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent customer communication skills.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and supplier management.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills driven by attention to detail and pursuit of process improvement.
• Excellent analytical skills using Six Sigma and lean principles, Green or Black Belt Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Drafts and implements procedures and work instructions relating to the Quality effort including inspection plans and acceptance tests for Incoming Inspection.
• Reviews and approves Quality System documentation such as Operations Procedures, Work Instructions, Manufacturing Procedures, drawings and specifications.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers in developing such documentation as assembly validation plans/protocols, FMEAs and Quality Plans.
• Participates with Supply Chain Manager and Supplier Quality Engineer with the continuing evaluation of supplier performance.
• Supports third party certification (UL, CSA…) compliance along with Supplier Quality Engineer including implementation coordination with the customer, performance of internal audits for compliance and hosting third party auditors.
• Communicates with customers and suppliers on issues related to product quality and performance.
• Assists the Quality and Regulatory Manager in coordination of audits of Spartronics quality systems by FDA, ISO (third party), and Customers.
• Participates in internal auditing program.
• Manages and coordinates the Complaint, Corrective/Preventive Action and Material Review Board processes.
• Introduces and utilizes appropriate quality tools to evaluate product and process performance such as, Pareto Charts, FMEAs, and statistical process control and process maps.
• Maintains a working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards.
• Utilizes problem solving tools to complete thorough root cause analysis and determines effective corrective actions.
• Analysis system data to proactively determine continuous improvement actions.
• Safety: Ensure all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State and company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, proper personal protective equipment is utilized.

Benefits

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Medical plan options include 3 High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only)
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Company-paid life insurance and disability at 1 times your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts
• 401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursements
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

What This Job Offers

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