Quality Engineer

Functions and Responsibilities :

Monitor quality performance : metrics, trends, repeating issues, or causes of poor quality or rework

Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data

Ensuring processes adhere to quality standards

Develop or establish new standards and update existing standards

Develop written work instructions and procedures

Provide input into work instructions, manufacturing processes, and manufacturing methods to ensure quality

Customer complaint handling

CAPA RCA investigation to support managers for resolutions, and follow-ups to verify effectiveness

Review supplier scorecards and monitor quality of workmanship

Work with Purchasing to communicate supplier issues and issue corrective actions for nonconformances

Internal and external audit support

Collaborate with Manufacturing manager to develop and implement quality controls and improvements

Investigate and troubleshoot product or production “quality” issues

Review codes, specifications, and processes

Adhere to ISO and quality procedures

Work effectively in a team environment

Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Serve as a backup to the Quality Manager

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar / related program required

In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, a combination of an Associate degree with proven work experience in the metal fabrication industry with hands on operation in multiple fabrication processes may be substituted

Experience :

Production or engineering experience in a custom sheet metal fabrication business is desired

Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and machining specifications preferred

Accurate manufacturing blueprint reading experience required

Knowledge of metals and raw materials along with the understanding of production processes, and costs of manufacturing is a plus

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of inspection methods and experience in the use of metrology measuring equipment

Knowledge of industry principles such as lean manufacturing and six sigma methodologies is preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Access database application is a plus

Specialized Experience :

Five plus years’ experience in managing or supervising quality assurance and quality control in a manufacturing setting Knowledge and application of ISO 9001 : 2015 Standard

Proficiency in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine)

Working knowledge of American Welding Society and Military welding procedures and specifications

Knowledge and experience with nondestructive testing of welds

Knowledge and experience with paint standards and methods

Knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Quality at the Source (QATS)

Excellent communication skills at all levels within an organization