Quality Engineer

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Helps to maintain the Quality Management System and certification under ISO 9001 Standards.
• Responsible for implementing and sustaining Lean and Six Sigma concepts, interfacing with cross-functional teams and other functional departments.
• Leads problem solving regarding internal and external customer concerns utilizing tools including 8D, Kaizen, Six Sigma.
• all driving to understanding Root Cause - implementing corrective and preventative actions and driving continuous improvement.
• Leads review, development, and implementation of PFMEA, process control plans and poka-yoke opportunities.
• Perform scheduled Compliance and Leadership Quality Audits and provide Process Improvement Recommendations as a result of these audits.
• Analyze process related non-conformances.
• Disposition of Supplier related non-conforming parts or assemblies found at receiving and / or in process inspection during the manufacturing process.
• Define and document acceptance criteria for manufacturing operations.
• Analyze manufacturing area Scrap to identify possible root causes and make recommendations for process improvement.
• Analyze First Pass Yield Rate data and investigate possible root causes and make recommendations for process improvement.
• Improve Process Controls
• Assist Manufacturing in implementing Engineering Changes
• Participate in new process implementation, product transfer and process validation.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting key metrics and developing improvement plan
• Lead and complete Internal Audits, ensure all ISO Standard rules and regulations are enforced. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001.
• Responsible for using Lean concepts found in the Ammega Production System to reduce waste and variation in all plant processes.
• Ensures all safety procedures are followed and actively works to improve our safety program.
• Ensures all quality procedures are followed and actively works to improve our quality program.
• Works to maintain a clean & organized working environment (5s)
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Quality, Chemical, or other related Engineering field is required.
• 5+ years experience within manufacturing Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma tools, 8D problem solving methodology, tool utilization (. 5 Whys, Fishbone (cause & effect) DMAIC, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, Process Auditing, Process Capability analysis, ISO, and Poka Yoke design.
• Application of Lean and Six Sigma techniques, statistical methods, certification highly desired.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with data, problem resolution, project management.
• Excellent skills in leadership, communication both verbal and written, and attention to detail
• Excellent computer and system skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and understand technical drawings
• Working knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14000, and ISO 45000 standards. Internal Auditor experience is a plus.
• Strong team player with the ability to work within cross-functional teams
• Experience in calibration test equipment, product testing and / or functional testing is a plus.
• Exceptional written, active, and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work in the US.

Competencies

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Strong Ethical Conduct
• Teamwork oriented
• Ability to prioritize projects and the flexibility to deal with interruptions and reprioritize as needed.
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Strong attention to detail

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to occasionally lift and / or move up to 15 pounds.

Direct Reports

None