Quality Engineer

Hollingsworth & Vose•Walpole, MA

41d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them. POSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Engineer will support critical Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions as well as planned process studies/projects/improvements and identify opportunities for continual process improvements for H&V Operations in the MA Mills. The Quality Engineer will plan, develop and implement solutions for these improvements using sound engineering principles, Six Sigma methodology, and Lean manufacturing techniques. These efforts will result in improved product quality, reduced variation, less waste, reduced cost, improved reliability, increased efficiency, increased speed, improved employee safety, employee education and training, improved environmental status and greater overall system capability. The Quality Engineer will work to ensure a product or service provides a high level of quality that meets customer expectations.

Requirements

BS or MS degree in Paper Science, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or minimum of 3 to 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Black belt certified or willingness to certify within first 3 years in role
Strong papermaking and technical background
Sound mathematical and technical skills
Strong leadership ability
Flexible and positive attitude towards change
Team player
Good verbal and written communication skills as well as a good listener
Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to think logically and methodically
Ability to handle constant changes and multiple priorities efficiently and effectively
Excellence Computer Skills, including Microsoft Suite and Minitab
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF

Responsibilities

Supports studies and optimization of all unit operations, stock preparation, resin production, drying, saturating, winding, slitting, etc. within papermaking operations.
Facilitates root cause analysis and corrective actions with cross functional teams documented in 8D form.
Assists in investigations using statistical methods/analysis.
Identifies key systemic failures and works directly with Process Engineers and Superintendents to implement long-term corrective actions.
Leads the Material Review Board (nonconforming material resolution/capas) assisting with deviation process review.
Aids in the development of PFMEA’s, Control Plans, SOPs, and response plans to deliver improved quality and cost.
Completes internal system, process, and product audits.
Participates in external audits.
Completes MSA for lab equipment as necessary.
Provides statistical analysis of quality data as needed for complaints, improvements, trials, and deviations.
Assists with maintaining lab equipment as necessary.
Assists with maintaining the document control system.
Supports resolution of customer complaints related to process issues as appropriate.
Establishes production and quality control standards.
Implements a system to measure the organization's performance and reports on its findings, liaising with managers and staff, and coordinating procedures to discuss any deficiencies.
Fosters good employee relations.
Meets with members of the production team to offer recommendations and share results.
Participates in teams to help make necessary improvements and changes to all process-related issues in the production department.
Compiles and stores quality data.
Monitors product to ensure they are manufactured with an emphasis on quality and strict adherence to specifications and standards.
Maintains all ISO & QS requirements.
Works closely with the Quality Manager in promoting quality and efficiency improvements.
Establishes quality initiatives required to ensure customer satisfaction and consistency in manufacturing.
Supports PPAP processes.
Supports new product development and dual qualification efforts using statistical methods.
Other related duties as assigned or required.