Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Key Areas Of Responsibility

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop robust, error-proofed, and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Conduct time studies to aid in tracking product labor cost, line balancing, and productivity.
• Lead pre-production build activity and oversee the design transition into full production.
• Create clear and concise work instructions, test instructions, detailed reports, and other documentation as required.
• Absorb and assist in training Production Associates when requested.
• Support Manufacturing Operations and help ensure daily production targets and metrics are met.
• Assist in troubleshooting production, customer returns and calibrated equipment failures and help perform root cause analyses and corrective action.
• Initiate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
• Work with the Engineering and Manufacturing Operations groups on resolving supplier quality issues.
• Support the development of a safe, ergonomic, and environmentally sound workplace.
• Able to lead small teams in problem solving sessions or lean/kaizen events.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2-4 years of related experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and use of Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Experience writing clear and concise work Instructions for the Production personnel to use to properly build products.
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving and collaboration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; experience with Visio, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks is a plus.
• Demonstrated flexibility, self-direction, and self-discipline in planning and accomplishing objectives and in meeting deadlines with limited supervision.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and possess good analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience working in regulated industries such as medical devices, healthcare technology, or ISO-certified manufacturing environments preferred.