Site Quality Lead

IDEX Corporation•Longmont, CO

15d

About The Position

Advanced Thin Films (ATF) develops and manufactures high-performance optical components for laser markets that are setting the standard for optical coatings for cutting-edge laser systems. In this role, the Site Quality Lead will be responsible for driving a strong culture of quality throughout the company. They will take an engineering data driven approach to RCCM and driving sustained quality improvements with our key customers and products in the factory. They will champion quality’s role in the facility through training and process implementation. Additionally, this position will be responsible for improving and maintaining ATF’s QMS system in adherence to ISO9001.

Requirements

Strong statistical toolbox. Proficient in statistical analysis software such as JMP or Minitab
Ability to use engineering fundamentals to root cause issues and create sustainable countermeasures
Systems thinker with a lean and strategic mindset
Set personal deadlines and project schedules
Develop, organize, prioritize, and manage projects and time
Identify, research and resolve issues
Work well with time and production limitations
Acquire substantial knowledge of ATF's manufacturing processes, procedures and products
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrate knowledge and experience with optical test equipment
Demonstrate a working knowledge of a variety of database or process software
Hands on approach to learning and teaching others
B.S. or higher in Engineering or related field or the equivalence in work experience.
3-5 years experience in the field of process/quality/optical engineering.
Familiar with using statistical process control or similar methods.
The person must have or be willing to gain working knowledge of quality management systems, ISO 9001 requirements, Lean Principles, Six Sigma and proficient knowledge of statistics
Deep understanding and application of problem-solving tools for root cause and corrective action
Strong oral and written communication skills
Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance of ATF’s ISO registration: surveillance and certification audits, internal audit program, quality management reviews, and execution of corrective/preventative actions from audit findings
Drives cross functional leadership to ensure quality priorities and objectives are met.
Mentor, and champion activities to continue quality culture within organization
Develop and maintain ATF’s quality roadmap in alignment with business goals and objectives.
Lead quality planning for development projects or changed processes to ensure risks and opportunities are addressed prior to moving to scaled production
Initiate, facilitate, and lead cross functional teams for structured problem solving and corrective/preventative actions utilizing various quality tools including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Monitor in-process and final testing and inspection activities.
Track and adjust quality control checks of critical processes in production using charts, statistical data, and reports to ensure customers’ requirements are fulfilled
Solves problem at the point of impact
Implements updated and improved manufacturing technology into process to improve key metrics
Effectively creates and manages timelines for projects
Manages multiple projects at once while also balancing daily critical issues
Establishes, follows, and enforces all safety regulations
Utilizes data analysis techniques to prioritize solutions
Support and continuous improvement of RMA program at ATF
Support Nonconformance Reporting program including investigations, disposition, and action plan development by partnering with production and engineering teams
Effectively communicates change at all levels in organization
Creates standard work documents and modifies them as needed to drive process repeatability
Train employees in QMS and Quality best practices
Develop and audit on best practices to ensure employee performance and development
Ownership of COPQ (cost of poor quality) metric. Drives RCCMs with teams to ensure scrap is controlled within facility