Description

Summary/Objectives: The Quality Engineer is responsible for the development, design, evaluation, and improvement of production quality, processes and controls in a manufacturing environment. The position will maintain quality of products through collection and analysis of statistical data and specifications to determine standards, quality measures, and reliability expectancy. The position will ensure team objectives are aligned to the company’s strategic goals and business objectives. The position is also responsible for ensuring all products meet internal/external safety and quality requirements. 

Essential Functions and Duties:

· Develops, applies and maintains quality requirements and standards for the development and manufacturing of products

· Designs, documents, and implements methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection in order to improve work methods, tooling procedures, and product reliability

· Analyzes statistical data to identify and resolve manufacturing quality issues; leads failure analysis efforts for customer and internal failures as needed

· Develops, analyzes, and reports on quality measures including quality issues, trends and losses

· Develops scanning programs on the Browne and Sharpe CMM for identified products

· Performs R&R gauge studies; formulates inspection plans in conjunction with Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering for new and existing products

· Works closely with supplier and customer quality representatives to bring quality assurance problems to complete resolution through effective corrective action identification and implementation

· Communicates with customers regarding technical problems and issues in a timely and effective manner

· Gathers, analyzes, and evaluates transactional data and the accuracy of business transactions in accordance with company procedures and contracts

· Maintains all quality records and documentation in support of and in accordance with the Quality Manual and specific customer requirements

· Follows all environmental, health and safety policies and reports all concerns to management in a timely and effective manner

· Trains and mentors others to achieve performance metrics

· Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

· Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

· Ability to prioritize and manage one’s own time effectively

· Ability to maintain strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing

· Ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams

· Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing

Preferred requirements:

· Strong knowledge of ISO standards and other Quality and Productivity Tools

· Ability to apply ISO 9000 quality policies and procedures

· Knowledge and understanding of engineering standards

· Knowledge of and/or exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles

· Able to read and understand technical blueprints

Preferred Experience and Education:

· Bachelor’s Degree or 5 years related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology or related discipline