Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer will support the functions of bringing new products into manufacturing, root cause analysis and disposition of non-conforming product, and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer reports to the Quality Manager.

Role and Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Works with Engineering on the transition of products into manufacturing to ensure all customer requirements are met. Responsibilities may include the following:

1. Development and implementation of control plans and additional work instructions as required to determine the methods for capably measuring key dimensions and attributes to ensure that products meets customer expectations
2. When required coordinate, conduct, and analyze Gage R&R studies related to specific products. Prepare Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation when required (All levels). Review part submissions from suppliers and provides feedback

• Provides root cause investigation of internal and external non-conformances. Assists in implementing corrective action and verifying that corrective actions are effective
• An active participant and leader in the continuous improvement activities for the company. This will include everything from quality database management and trend analysis to leading formal improvement projects
• Assist in leading the company metrology program including: Coordination of external calibrations, purchase of new equipment, database management, manage traceable standards, reporting, etc.
• Assists in the maintenance of the ISO9001 Quality Management System and associated documentation
• Conducts audits to ensure compliance to the documented processes, policies, and work instructions
• Participate in supplier audits as needed
• Provides training to employees on quality systems, gauge use and other quality related topics
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Quality Engineering Technology or equivalent training and experience, Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Statistics knowledge (capability, gauge R&R, t-test and other comparison testing, SPC)
• Software knowledge, including Microsoft Office and Minitab
• Ability to read and understand drawings
• Must be open-minded, flexible, and able to adapt easily and accept new ideas quickly
• Must be able to maintain a high activity level and be able to effectively manage and prioritize numerous projects and responsibilities
• Excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal and computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite desired)
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions and among a variety of levels within an organization, on individual and group projects
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and able to balance multiple tasks
• Ability to wear appropriate, required PPE
• Previous quality experience
• ISO experience
• Gauge experience

Travel Required:

• Less than 5% of Travel
• How often: Infrequent

Physical | Visual Demands:

• Weight amount that would need to be lifted, pushed or pulled: Up to 10 pounds
• Weight amount that would need to be lifted, pushed or pulled: Up to 25 pounds
• Sit, Stand, Walk Talk/Hear, Use Hands
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring in an object into sharp focus)
• No special vision requirements

Work Environment:

• Moderate (Examples: business office with typewriters and/or computer printers, light traffic)

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

Shift/Hours/Days:

Benefits Package:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Open PTO
• FSA (Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account)
• And more!

Who we are: At Fisher Barton is employee owned, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We're more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you'll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.