Quality Engineer

Overview

The Quality Engineer will be a pivotal member of the Quality team, ensuring the highest standards of product quality and customer satisfaction in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is critical in driving root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and coordinating process improvements across departments. The Quality Engineer will take ownership of quality issues, working closely with internal teams and external customers to address concerns and prevent recurrences. Spending significant time on the production floor, this individual will lead problem-solving initiatives, analyze data, and refine quality systems. This position is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and is eager to contribute to the continued success of our operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, such as defect rates and nonconformities, to identify trends and drive improvements in product quality.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to ensure process setups and product specifications meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives for internal and external quality issues, ensuring timely resolution and prevention of recurrence.
• Develop and implement quality improvement projects, focusing on error-proofing, process optimization, and reducing customer complaints.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools to provide real-time feedback on quality performance and process stability.
• Participate in cross-functional quality meetings to discuss ongoing issues and collaborate on solutions to improve product quality and process reliability.
• Support new product development by reviewing quality requirements and conducting risk assessments, such as PFMEA, before production launch.
• Create, update, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, inspection instructions, and audit reports, to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Train and mentor production staff and quality technicians on quality procedures, problem-solving techniques, and the use of quality tools and systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding quality issues, providing regular updates on root cause findings, corrective actions, and preventive measures.

Requirements

About Us

Shawmut Corporation pioneers textile innovation, delivering high-performance materials for Automotive, Health & Safety, Defense, and Custom Laminating Solutions. Proudly operating since 1916, we now operate globally with thirteen locations across three continents. Our team excels in engineering and analytics, fostering a collaborative environment to meet industry demands. Committed to sustainability and employee well-being, we offer safe, healthy workplaces. Join us and be part of a dynamic, innovative company shaping the future of textiles.

Location

Shawmut Corporation's Park Avenue Technical Center in Burlington, North Carolina is a premier hub for innovation in the US textile industry. With a world-class team comprising design, engineering, lab, technical, manufacturing, and program management experts, this facility supports Shawmut's core markets, including Automotive, Filtration, Military and Protective, and Health and Safety. This facility features advanced labs and collaborative spaces for customers and teams.

Compensation & Benefits

Shawmut Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment in line with ISO standards. Employees are expected to comply with all safety regulations, identify and report hazards, attend safety training, report incidents promptly, use required PPE, and participate in continuous safety improvements and emergency preparedness activities.

J-18808-Ljbffr