Role Summary:
As a QA Engineer, you will support in the development, implementation and running of quality control programs and procedures. This position involves the translation of customer specifications and industry standards into product / process criteria and creating control plans to achieve those requirements. You’ll also coordinate the site activities to sustain a robust Quality Management System that meets both ISO 9001:2015 requirements and product specific certification requirements.

Responsibilities:

Participate in plant/process validations and qualifications.Lead advanced quality planning efforts including customer needs analysis, FMEA and development of product quality plans.Assist Quality Manager in development, implementation and monitoring of quality systems and procedures.Establish programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities. Assist in the evaluation of suppliers and implementation and monitoring of the supplier improvement process.Coordinate resolution of internal and external corrective actions.  Provide quality support to functional processes needed from the point of order through delivery, including order entry, design, product development, purchasing, manufacturing, test, and ship.Provide guidance, coaching, training and assistance to operations and engineering personnel on quality issues.Monitor and perform auditing function to assure compliance to systems and procedures.Identify areas for improvement (internal, external, supplier) and develop quality improvement programs utilizing quality tools and statistical techniques.Develop quality inspection plans to ensure customer purchase orders and contract requirements are met.  Audit other documents (Bill of Materials, Routers, Work Instructions, etc) to ensure contractual compliance.Assist in the resolution of customer complaints and requests.Create necessary documentation for ISO 9001 Certification and all site specific applicable standards.Ensure compliance with applicable manufacturing and regulatory standards.Participate in Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) eventsMaintain and analyze data to provide information or identify problems for management and stakeholders on the state of a process or product qualityCreate awareness in the Leadership community regarding what opportunities have been discovered or developed and how to realize themOther duties as assigned

Requirements:

BS or BA Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalentBe able to interact with the functional areas including manufacturing, purchasing, production and field service/repair to evaluate failure trends, product quality problems, and quality issues.Be able to interact with customers and suppliers on quality issues plus resolution of any problems within process and final product acceptance.Be able to provide input, guidance and coaching to others to insure continuous improvement.Be able to provide quality support for in-process and final inspection to establish quality standards and customers requirements.Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide variety of customer from internal and quality team members to outside final customers.Be able to perform and coach others in data analysis and perform root cause analysis.Be able to plan, organize and deliver projects/work on schedule to meet performance objectives.  Proficient in Microsoft Office.Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Experience / Skills:

5 years relevant experienceLead Auditor in Quality Systems Course or equivalentQuality Management Systems and/or ISO 9000 Training or equivalentExperience with dimensional inspections, Non-destructive Tests, etc.Understand Mechanical Design and Geometric TolerancingSix Sigma Black Belt/Green Belt

The pay range for this position is $96,478 - $144,835 USD Annual

Benefits Starting from Day 1:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (including FSA and HSA options)

Life Insurance + Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Retirement Planning, 401(k) plan, & Financial Wellness Resources

Educational Assistance Program

Time off Policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid vacation)

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.