What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Aptar?
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We have an exciting position open: Quality Engineer, reporting to the Quality Manager and be based in Eatontown, NJ. The position of the Quality Engineer requires a results driven individual who will be responsible for executing quality initiatives for our manufactured products and drives quality system improvements to achieve department objectives. With a sense of urgency, handles all internal and external quality issues related to the quality of manufactured product. Works closely with the Support team and provides leadership pertaining to product quality.
As a Quality Engineer, You Will:
- Lead cross-functional teams to investigate internal non-conformances to identify root cause, obtain containment and implement corrective actions.
- Support daily production goals by supporting trouble-shooting efforts related to non-conforming material.
- Develop and implement systems that will ensure product conformance to specifications
- Review and approve specifications for manufactured products
- Support Root Cause Analysis efforts related to customer complaints.
- Be the key Quality Representative on corrective and preventive actions that result from customer complaint, CAPA and/or non-conforming material report investigations.
- Support the on-going evaluation of inspection techniques, methods and frequencies. From the evaluations, you will make any changes within the Inspection Plan that may be required.
- Support the qualification of new mold, assemblies and equipment by conducting capabilities studies and validations.
- Provide AQP support for new products and processes, including planning, development, validation and verification activities
- Use statistics, metrology, and a problem-solving skills to troubleshoot internal and external manufacturing problems
Who We are Looking For:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering or a related technical discipline is required. Adequate experience in Quality in lieu of a degree may be considered
- Minimum of 4 years of experience directly related training and/or experience is required Experience building and maintaining external customer relationships.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a regulated industry (preferably med device, automotive or pharmaceutical); working knowledge of ISO 9001 (or similar regulation like ISO 13485)
- Must demonstrate analytical abilities to facilitate problem resolution in a team environment
- Working knowledge and proficiency using quality analysis and tools such as root cause analysis, 8D, DOE, FMEA (six sigma and design controls experience is a plus
Who We are
At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering and science to develop drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies for many of the world’s leading brands. Aptar in turn makes a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of millions of patients and consumers around the world. Our innovations nasal drug delivery for emergency medicines, precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments and much more
With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.
Our Culture
At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive.
How We Support Our Employees
- An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
- Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
- Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
- Contribute to the communities where we reside.
- Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.
Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.
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