Senior Quality Engineer - Manufacturing

About the role

This role supports Quality Assurance within Atkore, including ISO requirements & compliance, and supplier quality programs. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of related experience as a Senior Quality Engineer or equivalent in a manufacturing or industrial environment; metallurgical experience a plus. Must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clarity and consistency of the ISO requirements across all Atkore facilities.
• Conduct second party audits at all Atkore facilities to ensure ISO compliance.
• Support and lead Quality Assurance to meet the demands of customer driven quality improvements and the expanding needs of a growing company.
• Maintain focus on prevention of customer quality issues.
• Support and provide leadership for the Supplier Quality program across Atkore.
• Perform Quality systems audits of suppliers as needed.
• Manage UL / ISO / Nuclear accreditations.
• Ensure effective manufacturing process control programs.
• Support plant cost reductions and process improvement projects through various Quality tools such as FMEA, process capability, Gage R&R, SPC, pareto analysis and other six sigma/lean tools.
• Write protocols and perform validations of new/improved materials and processes.
• Manage and ensure the proper lab coverage and training for both the Quality Techs and Sr. Quality Techs.
• Continuously improve Quality Assurance capabilities and effectiveness by setting and achieving specified goals/metrics.
• Travel up to 25% of the time may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field required.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a Senior Quality Engineer in a manufacturing environment; tube mill and/or metallurgical experience is a plus.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (preferred).
• Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001: 2015 preferred.
• Knowledge of inspection, control methods, techniques and documentation.
• Experience and knowledge of lean manufacturing practices preferred.
• Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of nuclear regulations 10 CFR 2 and 10 CFR 50 preferred.
• Knowledge of statistical theory and principles, SPC and tools.
• Interpersonal skills suitable for interfacing with various levels of the organization.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Atkore offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and more. Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.