Quality Engineer
About The Position
The Quality Engineer applies engineering theory and principles to manufacturing and production problems. The role may involve studying and recording production time, motion, methods, and speed to establish standard production rates, improve efficiency, and design effective quality assurance procedures. Assignments may focus on system-level processes or specific customer needs. Productivity, efficiency, and minimizing waste are important elements of the position. The employee must perform the listed duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position works in both office and production areas. Office work may involve sitting at a keyboard for extended periods. Production-floor conditions may include noise, dust, metal shavings on the floor, and seasonal temperature variation.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, and/or equivalent years of experience.
- Two to three years of experience working in a Quality Department.
- Advanced knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Knowledge of English language structure and content, including word meanings and spelling, composition, and grammar.
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Knowledge of practical applications of engineering science and technology, including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment used to design and implement processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involving leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Knowledge of customer and personal service principles, including customer needs assessment, meeting service quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
- Ability to work physically in office and production areas and sit at a keyboard for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and consult with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards and related documentation.
- Monitor and recommend modifications to quality or production standards, procedures, processes, and documentation to achieve optimum quality.
- Evaluate data and write reports validating standards or identifying deviations.
- Prepare graphs or charts of data, or enter data into a computer for analysis.
- Record data using statistical quality control procedures.
- Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain product quality and reliability.
- Work with customer representatives on nonconformance/MRB activity and corrective actions.
- Assist in planning work assignments based on worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, or anticipated delays.
- Confirm that standard operating procedures are completed and that operations comply with state and federal safety and labor laws.
- Perform internal system audits to assess the health of the company Quality Management System.
- Apply knowledge of curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and measurement of training effects.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or related to the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
