QUALITY ENGINEER 3

Essential Functions

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Work with the M.E. and Operations to Plan and execute quality control/quality assurance activities for manufacturing processes and products.
• Support defining critical characteristics and develop in-process inspection methods for manufactured components.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement within manufacturing operations.
• Partner regularly with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to align priorities and implement improvement initiatives; track and maintain departmental performance metrics.
• Support the Engineering Change Process (ECP) to ensure timely awareness and implementation of design changes.
• Aid in the implementation of Temporary Deviation (TDs) as required.
• Execute quality workflows within the DDI (NIP) process and related systems.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCCA/CAPA), DMAICs, and Kaizens for product and process quality issues using established corrective action procedures and 6 sigma methodology.
• Coordinate with Engineering to support First Article Inspections (FAIs) for internally manufactured parts.
• Contribute to Quality deliverables within the Stage-Gate/new product introduction process.
• Train and guide personnel on corrective action processes and applicable quality tools and techniques.
• Recommend and drive manufacturing quality improvements, including process controls and inspection enhancements.
• Support development and implementation of Process Control Plans (PCPs) for new and existing products.
• Perform and participate in capability studies and other statistical analyses to improve product and process quality.
• Support Quality visual management and team board metrics, ensuring timely and accurate updates.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts supporting Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or related field + 5 years previous manufacturing experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• 5 years min. of engineering experience or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
• Work proactively with others through teamwork and cooperation.
• Must be able to manage time efficiently, use sound judgment, pay great attention to detail and provide excellent record keeping skills.
• Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, work under the pressure of deadlines, interact and effectively communicate with all company officials, employees, vendors, customers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work in accordance with our Company Values.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.