Quality Engineer Associate

Fire-Dex is a family-owned company headquartered in Medina, Ohio. Our manufacturing facilities specialize in creating head-to-toe firefighter protective gear for first responders worldwide. We are looking to add to our team of dynamic associates in Medina with associates who are ready to contribute to our mission to serve those who serve.  

Primary Function 

Support the organization’s quality objectives by maintaining and reporting metrics, developing control plans, assisting with audits and corrective actions, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product and process quality, compliance with standards, and ongoing improvement. 

Essential Functions 

• Maintain and report metrics and measures related to quality processes.
• Develop andmaintainquality control plans, inspection criteria, and test protocols.
• Assistwith root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAR) for nonconformances, audit findings, supplier issues, and RGA/customer complaints.
• Support internal audits andmaintainaudit readiness.
• Assistwith reviewing Continuous Improvement Projects for management approval.
• Maintain and improve documentation systems and records.
• Train associates on Quality Control Activities.
• Participate in Verification & Validation activities for new products and product changes, including materials, options, garments, packaging, system solutions, and equipment.
• Review risk documentation related to design files and follow up on Post-Market Surveillance.
• Up to 20% travel to all sitesasrequiredto support quality initiatives and audits.
• Perform other related duties and assignments asrequiredto support thequalityfunction and organizational goals.

Competencies 

• Quality management and continuous improvement
• Data analysis and problem-solving
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Process optimization and value stream mapping
• Adherence to ISO 9001 and other regulatory standards

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalentrequired
• Experience in quality assurance/control in a manufacturing or production environment
• Familiarity with ISO standards and audit processes
• Skilledin Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new systems

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or kaizen methodologies
• Prior experience in training or coaching associates
• Experience in risk management and post-market surveillance

Physical and Work Environment Requirements 

• Ability to travel up to 20% to all company sites
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or production environment, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting

Additional Information 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, as business needs evolve.