Quality Engineer

Ducommun•Appleton, WI

About The Position

Support quality for current and future manufacturing requirements and determine the most effective methods to improve productivity through the management of people and technology. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries. Job Summary Ensure that all contractual and regulatory quality requirements are defined and communicated on assigned customers and programs. Support all departments to ensure control of receiving, in-process and final quality of product. Recommend more efficient and quality-oriented processes Provide customer interface on quality issues and problem resolution Collaborate with sales, purchasing, production, quoting and contract management to establish quality procedures for meeting customer requirements. Interface with suppliers to correct problems dealing with purchased materials. Provide support to manufacturing including root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions to resolve problems in product manufactured. Assist in defining and monitoring the quality management system and in developing an organizational culture that stresses quality processes. Assist in monitoring personnel and processes to ensure compliance with company guidelines, policies and procedures. Update area supervision regarding concerns. Maintain necessary records. Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area. Performs other assignments as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree: BSEE, BSIE, BSQET is required
3-5 years’ experience in maintaining production and inventory control standards in a manufacturing setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic manufacturing and assembly processes together with work measurement and work standards.
Proficient in technical writing, good documentation skills; attention to detail is critical
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings is required
Demonstrated analytical expertise including ability to plan, resolve problems effectively, and establish priorities.
Intermediate level of computer skills in email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Microsoft Project, and MRP/ERP
Demonstrated ability to communicate with customers and project company image to attract business.
Negotiation and conflict management skills together with demonstrated experience troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Ability to multi-task efficiently and adapt within a rapidly changing environment
Abilities listed in the General Requirements of Team Members

Nice To Haves

Experience within the electronics or PCB field.
Prior experience with ISO or AS environments.
Understanding of DOE, 6-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing desired

Responsibilities

Ensure that all contractual and regulatory quality requirements are defined and communicated on assigned customers and programs.
Support all departments to ensure control of receiving, in-process and final quality of product.
Recommend more efficient and quality-oriented processes
Provide customer interface on quality issues and problem resolution
Collaborate with sales, purchasing, production, quoting and contract management to establish quality procedures for meeting customer requirements.
Interface with suppliers to correct problems dealing with purchased materials.
Provide support to manufacturing including root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions to resolve problems in product manufactured.
Assist in defining and monitoring the quality management system and in developing an organizational culture that stresses quality processes.
Assist in monitoring personnel and processes to ensure compliance with company guidelines, policies and procedures.
Update area supervision regarding concerns.
Maintain necessary records.
Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
Performs other assignments as required.