Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer | Department: Quality | Reports to: Quality Manager | FLSA Status: Exempt    

At United Precision Corporation (UPC), we are dedicated to fostering an environment where all team members can perform at their best and realize their full potential. Every team member plays an essential role in our operations, and we value the abilities, experience, and background they bring to the UPC table. We know that our team members who provide the services our customers rely on are the ones who help us improve, grow, and create new opportunities in the years to come.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer is an integral member of a cross-functional team of Engineering, Production, and Sales personnel. This position requires a hands-on problem-solver to maintain a strong floor presence in an agile, high-growth manufacturing environment. The Quality Engineer will monitor and improve the quality of operational processes and outputs for several product families, ranging from complex assemblies to low-volume specialty products. You must be detail-oriented and claim stewardship of all pertinent quality functions. 3 years’ experience in the A&D Industry is required. A university degree and/or relevant ASQ certifications are a plus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of standard work initiatives company-wide.
• Interface with customers and internal stakeholders to perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation and compliance requirements.
• Communicate significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and recommend process improvements.
• Monitor the success of products and processes from production ramp-up to steady-state.
• Review and approve quality processes and code implementation into production.
• Complete the certificate of conformance documentation necessary to ship products.
• Train and direct inspectors as necessary.
• Coordinate front-end and supplier corrective actions (e.g., NCRs, CARs, SCARs).
• Perform internal quality audits.
• Lead Corrective Action initiatives.
• Launch and manage Quality Alerts.
• Approve and support the onboarding of new suppliers and materials.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures and processes.
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU BRING TO UPC:

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
• 3 or more years of relevant experience
• 2 or more years of relevant manufacturing industry experience
• Experience using inspection tools (dimensional, electrical, mechanical, and surface finish).
• Experience interpreting Customer Quality flow-downs.
• Experience using ERP and QMS systems.
• Proficient with office software suites.
• Possession of organized work habits and ability to prioritize multiple assignments.

Preferred

• 4 or more years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing
• SAP Experience or similar ERP
• Experience with AS9100 and ISO9001
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience
• Experience with ITAR Compliance
• Knowledge of LEAN and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience interpreting Military Specifications, Drawings, and assemblies preferred.

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here represent those that a team member must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Work requires walking, standing, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to safely operate equipment
• May be exposed to variable noise levels, fumes, hazardous chemicals, or airborne particles
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination. Vision requirements include color vision and depth perception

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is generally performed in an office/warehouse environment, with frequent interruptions and irregular work schedules. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Submit your resume to be considered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility, and as such, access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under the ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are required to provide information to determine eligibility as defined by ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), or a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COVID-19 considerations: Various protocols have been instituted to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members. 

Job Type: Full-time; Salary

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding it, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and that this job description is not a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Salary : $66,000 - $87,000