The Manufacturing Quality Engineer will be a key contributor to the quality organization and heavily influence the overall quality of the ZincFive family of products. The person in this role will mentor a staff of technicians on technical tasks. The position will report to the Quality Manager and will work onsite at ZincFive headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon.

Manufacturing Quality Engineer Job Duties:

• Develop and document manufacturing processes for current and future products
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality initiatives for manufacturing
• Participate in FMEA for both product and process
• Create Quality Control Plans for production lines
• Develop and implement appropriate systems to measure product quality, department efficiency and productivity
• Develop, report, and take action to improve metrics related to quality (i.e., cost of poor quality, customer complaints, product non-conformances, etc.).
• Lead structured problem-solving activities (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa) to resolve functional test failures, customer issues or audit findings, in a timely manner that prevents reoccurrence
• Troubleshoot and analyze product failures and drive corrective/preventive actions
• Perform and document internal audits
• Advocate for and promote lean manufacturing principles
• Supervise and mentor quality technicians
• Own equipment calibration coordination

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Quality Engineer role
• Experience with quality inspection and testing of electro-mechanical products
• Ability to read and understand schematics and PCB layout and mechanical drawings
• Experience supervising non-exempt technician staff
• Ability to troubleshoot analog and digital circuits and system level testing
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality tools, concepts, and methodologies, such as 8D, RCCA, CAPA, SCAR, CAR, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to develop and execute both manual and automated product tests which could include both visual and audio inspection
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and databases
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast, changing, and small startup company environment
• Ability to travel in the U.S. and internationally, 10-20%, depending on business need

Preferred Skills:

• Relevant certifications such as a Quality Auditor, Quality Engineer, Lean Six Sigma
• Experience supervising manufacturing technician staff
• Product or industry-specific experience such as battery backup or uninterruptible power supplies
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements such as UL, IEEE, ISO 9000/9001
• Knowledge of/experience using SAP or other CRM/ERP applications

Key Competencies:

• Excellent problem solving and data collection/analysis skills
• Planning and organizing
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Solid decision-making
• Customer service oriented
• Teamwork

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Work involves sitting, walking, and lifting up to 35 pounds
• Domestic and international travel by car, airplane, bus & train
• Requires close visual acuity, the ability to distinguish color, and the ability to hear within warehouse and office environments

Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.

In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.

ZincFive is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. ZincFive is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.