What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Brewer Science?
Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as a Quality Engineer. This position will be located in Rolla, MO.
Summary:
Introduce, maintain and improve quality systems to support the research, development, introduction, and manufacture of new products, processes, technologies and the reduction of manufacturing scrap.
Responsibilities:
At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:
Application Process: To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.
Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans
Summary:
Introduce, maintain and improve quality systems to support the research, development, introduction, and manufacture of new products, processes, technologies and the reduction of manufacturing scrap.
Responsibilities:
- Quality Engineer I
- Support the implementation of quality systems and work closely with design, research and development, quality control, and manufacturing engineering teams on product and process design during the development and introduction of new products and technologies.
- Ensure that customer requirements are incorporated into product functional specifications and lead applicable risk and failure analysis (Design FMEA/Process FMEA) to ensure functional specification requirements are fully met during design validation.
- Ensure all appropriate documentation is in place before starting production.
- Work with key quality, applications, and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and identify systemic process improvements for an overall reduction of material nonconformance, corrective actions, and customer complaints.
- Manage activities and produce data packages for change control and customer notifications.
- Support the effective use of SPC practices to monitor, stabilize, and improve the manufacturing process.
- Assist in the implementation of best practices for chemical manufacturing.
- Follow guidelines stated in the documented quality procedures and standards.
- Support supplier development activities including questionnaire completion, PCS review, non-conformance management, audits, and other activities as they arise.
- Collect and analyze data to track and report on quality metrics.
- Conduct post-batch reviews to ensure quality requirements are met for completed batches.
- Execute quality projects by established deadlines.
- Quality Engineer II
- Same duties as the Quality Engineer I.
- Additional duties as Quality Engineer II:
- Contribute to support and upkeep of quality management systems.
- Review and analyze data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.
- Conduct and lead audits at suppliers and serve as audit participant in both customer and certification audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer expectations
- Provide quality support for additional customer requests as needed such as document reviews, audit documentation or questionnaires, response to questions, specification proposals, etc.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
- May train entry-level engineers and technicians.
- Develop and implement quality control plans, procedures, and work instructions to standardize processes and improve efficiency.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the quality of raw materials and implement supplier quality management programs.
- Provide training and guidance to production staff on quality processes and procedures.
- Manage and execute quality projects by established deadlines.
- Quality Engineer I:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Materials Science) or
- Equivalent combination of education and related experience
- Quality Engineer II:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Materials Science) and 2 years of related experience or
- Master's degree in related discipline or
- Equivalent combination of education and related experience
- Six Sigma certification preferred (Green Belt is acceptable)
- Experience executing quality projects through new product development is preferred.
- Experience with analytical chemistry equipment is preferred.
At Brewer Science, we are a Top Workplace, Certified Employee-Owned, Certified B Corp™, and GreenCircle Certified Zero Waste to Landfill. By joining Brewer Science, you will be eligible to receive benefits including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
- Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
- Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
- Educational assistance & employee assistance program
Application Process: To apply for this position please complete the online application. This position is open until filled. Screening will begin immediately.
Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans