Senior Quality Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance and Control
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct detailed inspections and audits of products, processes, and systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions together with the team.
• Process Improvement
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and refine manufacturing processes and quality gates.
• Implement Busch standard quality methodologies to drive process optimization.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Prepare comprehensive quality reports, including audit findings, corrective actions, and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, ensuring compliance with ISO9001:2016.
• Develop and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and work instructions.
• Customer Interaction
• Address customer quality concerns and provide technical support to resolve issues promptly.
• Liaise with customers to understand their quality specifications and ensure alignment with internal processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Training and Development
• Mentor and train colleagues on best practices, standards, and procedures.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in quality engineering.
• Problem Solving
• Utilize advanced problem-solving skills to identify and address quality-related issues.
• Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to develop effective solutions for complex problems.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and proactive measures to resolve quality problems.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field; advanced degree: Preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the vacuum technology industry: Required
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, standards, and methodologies (e.g., ISO9001): Required
• Experience with statistical analysis software and quality management tools: Required
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or Quality Management (CQM): Preferred
• Valid Drivers’ License (must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards): Required

Personal Qualifications

• Work with a high level of initiative, be self-motivated, and possess professional maturity
• Be detail, goal, and safety oriented
• Must be organized and maintain a clean and orderly workspace
• Must possess a positive attitude, be dependable, and trustworthy
• Work independently or as a team, as necessary, to fulfill department and Busch goals and objectives
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills in English

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 10%) domestically and internationally to include overnights
• Valid Drivers’ License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Physical Requirements

• Constant reaching outward, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 20lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs

Benefits & Opportunities

• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more!
• Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Work Environment

• Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

Reasonable Accommodations

• To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for Busch Vacuum Solutions?

• As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.