Quality Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

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Lead Quality Assurance Programs to measure the probability of failures based upon opportunities for defects and the production and supply levels for the company manufactured hardware.  Manage data collection and analysis at suppliers, internal and field issues.   

Recommend and implement enhancements to the quality system that result in improved corporate quality performance, increased customer satisfaction and support quality value engineering initiatives. 

Lead Continuous Process Improvement activities throughout the organization.  Manage creation of action plans within those groups to correct the issues, follow up, and track the identification of corrective actions and lessons learned. 

Manage ISO 9001 compliance for the business.  Oversee the internal and external audit programs. Communicate and action non-conformances, findings, and observations with the responsible organizations. 

Lead Supplier Development Program to ensure right Quality, right time, and right price parts through focused continuous improvement efforts, which include visiting suppliers for audits. 

Coordinate communication of quality issues across all areas of the company 

Stay cognizant of current and future trends in Quality and Process Improvement in the industry and adapt to the company as necessary. 

Conduct and organize training of employees on ISO 9001, statistical techniques, problem solving, and quality awareness. 

Respond to change productively and handle other duties as required. 

Follow all company safety policies and procedures. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor’s Degree in related technical field 

Five or more years’ experience as a Quality Engineer or equivalent 

Proven teamwork and leadership ability 

Desired:  ASQ certified Quality Manager, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, and ISO-9001 Lead Auditor 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS 

Must have a sound understanding of statistics. 

Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, MRP platforms, and statistical software. 

Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. 

Ability to read, speak, and write in English required. Foreign language skills a plus. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to manipulate computer input devices, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must have sufficient mobility to enable travel to industrial sites, offices, and facilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.