Quality Engineer

Position Summary:
The Quality Engineer will be responsible for the design development testing and evaluating integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors quality control inventory control logistics and material flow cost analysis and production coordination. This is will be accomplished by utilizing various manufacturing methodologies including but not limited to Lean Manufacturing techniques Six Sigma 6S TOC and problem solving.
Essential Functions:
Maintain monitor and develop systems relating to ISO AS9100 NADCAP and other similar industry standards
Develop and maintain Quality systems with the customer and manufacturing to ensure delivery of quality products
Develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and to establish quality and reliability expectancy of finished products
Direct involvement with advanced NDT development training and implementation on strategic engine programs
Drive cost improvement and productivity initiatives throughout the Quality Assurance and inspection functions
Work with engineering and operations to identify root cause for all internal and external non-conformance
Responsible for review of customer drawings specifications etc. to identify customer quality requirements
Prepare inspection instructions for radiographic fluorescent penetrant grain etch visual and dimensional inspection
Perform audits to monitor product quality/ISO requirements and support manufacturing/inspection training activities
Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service including customer issues and complaints relating to quality
Coordinate production procedures in cooperation with other plants to maximize product reliability and minimize costs
Quality investigations as required to identify and eliminate scrap/rework causes and customer issues
Interface with customer representative for source inspections and quality issue resolution
Maintain Quality Assurance records required by both the company and the customer
Design develop and implement quality control training programs
Maintain active role on internal Continuous Improvement teams
Other duties as assigned Required Skills:
Demonstrated ability to develop relentlessly execute and deliver results in conformance with action plans.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
Pragmatic and results oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
Desired Skills:
Highly organized self-motivated individual who can work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Strategic vision for new and future technology to support manufacturing and operational excellence.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management employees suppliers and customers.
Must be able to work on multiple tasks have good decision-making skills and be detailed oriented.
Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives.
Experience & Education
Bachelors degree in Industrial Mechanical Material Sc. or related Engineering field. MS or MBA degree is desirable.
Prefer 3-5 years of experience in a quality role in a manufacturing environment.
Continuous Improvement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Certification.
Knowledge of blueprints and airfoil specifications Laue and ultrasonic wall inspection.

Required Experience:

IC