Job Description
Job Description
JOB FAMILY
Technical
JOB TITLE
Quality Engineer
LOCATION
Iowa City
REPORTS TO
Quality Manager
JOB SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering.
- 2 to 5 years of previous related experience.
- Knowledge of the converting industry (web handling, extrusion, coating, slitting) preferred.
- Solid computer skills, with knowledge of statistical software packages. (Minitab preferred)
- Strong knowledge of statistical techniques, including but not limited to : process capability, ANOVA, gauge R&R, design of experiments and SPC.
- Background in Lean / Six Sigma strongly preferred.
- Six Sigma Green and / or Black Belt certification preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead and facilitate problem-solving teams.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with both internal and external customers.
- Knowledge of basic chemistry.
- Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001 and similar.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks / priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
- Must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment including ear plugs, safety glasses and steel toe shoes.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promotes safety by leading by example, participating in safety engagement and encouraging the team to work safe each day and to follow all safety guidelines and procedures.
- Cultivate a culture focused on continuous improvement in quality performance.
- Lead by personal example with a positive attitude, setting the standards for the team
- Statistical analysis of large and complex data sets.
- Develop programming projects with the assistance of process engineering. (i.e. : RDS, formula tracking, SOC & SOG database)
- Customer complaint investigation and resolution.
- Technical report writing.
- Lead lean six sigma projects.
- Serves as quality mentor.
- Spearhead implementation and provide ongoing support of control charting on the production floor.
- Able to effectively operate all quality lab equipment.
- Calibrate many of the instruments in the quality lab.
- Provide process engineering support on assigned machines.
- Assist with internal and external quality audits of the facility.
- Work with R&D on new product developments.
- Reliable and consistent attendance.
SECONDARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Projects and tasks assigned by manager
We are an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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