Quality Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data; and making recommendations.
• Ability to lead and engage staff through ISO certification and QMS management.
• Develop methods for inspection, instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Complete APQP deliverables to achieve program targets within program timing.
• Actively participate in drawing review and verification for sourced products.
• Assist in strategic planning, training, and development of all associates.
• Lead technical and operating personnel in a team environment to improve safety, efficiency, output and quality of manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrate leadership values in all aspects of responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering, or equivalent discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in quality/manufacturing background; Lean manufacturing a plus.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 standards with proven experience in QMS implementation and ISO certification Lead Auditor experience.
• Working knowledge of implementation of automated controls and poka-yokes.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, Six Sigma, Fishbone, KT, PDCA, 8D, etc.
• Previous experience working on a team with continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to develop and present solid solutions to team members and management.
• Painting, powder coating or other surface finish knowledge/experience a plus.

Key Skills:

• Attention to detail. 
• Analysis/Critical thinking.
• Problem-solving skills. 
• Communication skills. 
• Ethics.
• Interpersonal skills. 
• Math skills.