Senior Quality Engineer

KIHOMAC•Layton, UT

16d

About The Position

Act as technical representation for quality management system across organization. Cultivate and champion the quality mindset across disciplines. Develop, execute and maintain manufacturing quality processes Achieve quality system objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews Prepare and complete action plans Implement production, quality, and customer-service standards Completing audits and determine system improvements Develop quality assurance plans as part of the business development process by analyzing drawings and specifications, outlining tasks and identifying potential deficiencies, conducting risk analyses (DFMEA/PFMEA), and generally providing the quality perspective from the proposal phase to post award Validate quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes, documenting evidence, determining operational and performance qualifications, writing and updating plans, procedures, processes which support high quality and efficiency in the producing of a service or product Provide expertise in the development of product test, laboratory equipment, or processes to meet the growth opportunities where alternate testing or evaluation might be required for a customer product Lead transformational change and improvement Develop and maintain quality systems and procedures for inspection, testing, and final product evaluation Interface and collaborate with supply chain, program management, and engineering to ensure materials and product requirements are met Initiate and manage nonconformances from root cause analysis to implementation of corrective and preventative actions Effectively work with CAD/CAM systems or other computer aided manufacturing systems; review 2D drawings and ensure accuracy is maintained from 3D models Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or STEM discipline required
Experience: 5+ years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledgeable of process control, quality measurement systems, lean manufacturing and how a quality management system supports the organization
Experience with inspection tools such as CMM, Faro arm, gages, mylar prints, etc.
Experience in statistical process control, GD&T, design for manufacture, process optimization and continuous improvement.
Proficient with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Excellent communication (written, verbal, and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Security: Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a US issued security clearance may be required
Physical Requirements: Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms
Frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements while using a computer or measuring tools
Have the dexterity to see fine print and use hand and precision measuring tools
Adhering to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Nice To Haves

Experience with Six sigma and Lean Manufacturing a plus

Responsibilities

Act as technical representation for quality management system across organization.
Cultivate and champion the quality mindset across disciplines.
Develop, execute and maintain manufacturing quality processes
Achieve quality system objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews
Prepare and complete action plans
Implement production, quality, and customer-service standards
Completing audits and determine system improvements
Develop quality assurance plans as part of the business development process by analyzing drawings and specifications, outlining tasks and identifying potential deficiencies, conducting risk analyses (DFMEA/PFMEA), and generally providing the quality perspective from the proposal phase to post award
Validate quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes, documenting evidence, determining operational and performance qualifications, writing and updating plans, procedures, processes which support high quality and efficiency in the producing of a service or product
Provide expertise in the development of product test, laboratory equipment, or processes to meet the growth opportunities where alternate testing or evaluation might be required for a customer product
Lead transformational change and improvement
Develop and maintain quality systems and procedures for inspection, testing, and final product evaluation
Interface and collaborate with supply chain, program management, and engineering to ensure materials and product requirements are met
Initiate and manage nonconformances from root cause analysis to implementation of corrective and preventative actions
Effectively work with CAD/CAM systems or other computer aided manufacturing systems; review 2D drawings and ensure accuracy is maintained from 3D models
Other duties as assigned