Quality Engineer

About the role

Job Purpose: The Quality Assurance Engineer develops and implements quality standards for manufacturing processes, including designing inspection methods and performing statistical analyses to ensure product reliability. This role also leads FMEA activities, manages the MRB process for product disposition, and conducts audits to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards for manufacturing processes.
• Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating production components and assemblies.
• Design and/or specify inspection and test methods and equipment.
• Develop and implement quality assurance test and perform statistical analysis for development & production programs.
• Lead Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) activities enabling improvements in process control and capability.
• Initiate and sustain MRB (Material Review Board) process in support of appropriate product disposition.
• Perform internal and external audits.
• Adhere to Albany’s values: Albany Wins Together, Count on Each Other, Own Your Actions, Care About Each Other, Share Your Enthusiasm.
• Prioritize safety; ensure health and safety of self and others.

Requirements

Knowledge: BS Engineering (BS ME, IE or Chem Eng preferred); 3‑5 years’ experience in quality/manufacturing industry using MRP/ERP (SAP, Oracle, etc.); 2‑3 years’ experience in Supplier Quality Management preferred; Experience in ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Assurance Systems; 7‑10 years’ experience in engineering function can substitute for BS degree.

Skills

• Definition of fundamental product/process design and control plans
• Measurement and test methods supporting GD&T, metrology techniques
• Statistical analysis (JMP, Minitab) skills with strong attention to detail
• Quality system, process and product auditing
• Supplier Quality Management experience (preferred)
• MS Office proficient (Excel, PowerPoint and Visio skills required)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) given preference
• Proven problem‑solving skills in a teamwork setting
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings; CAD experience a plus
• Lean, Six Sigma, or Process Excellence certification experience preferred

Working Conditions

Indoor production environment; duties performed indoors with adequate lighting and comfortable temperatures; occasional exposure to moderate noise and machinery with mechanical moving parts; ability to work 24/7 schedule and be available as business situations require; travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally position self to move an office item >10 lbs.
• Frequently move about the production floor and office area to attend meetings or trainings
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 75% of the time
• Frequently operates a computer, enters data into systems, verifies information, etc.
• Ability to meet established near‑vision and color‑vision standards necessary for accurate inspection and product disposition; must be able to distinguish relevant visual details and colors as required to perform inspection activities and verify product conformity.