Quality Engineer I

Description

The Quality Engineer I is responsible to understand and apply the principles of product and service quality evaluation and control. Body of knowledge and applied technologies include, but are not limited to, development and operation of quality control systems, application and analysis of testing and inspection procedures, the ability to use metrology and statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices, an understanding of human factors and motivation, proper application of business / quality cost concepts and techniques, knowledge and ability to develop and administer management systems and to audit quality systems for deficiency identification, correction and improvement. The Quality Engineer I also will be responsible for supervising any Quality Technicians and / or Quality Inspectors at the assigned location. This is an in-office position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Supervises any Quality Technicians and / or Quality Inspectors at the assigned location. This includes responsibility for coaching, employee development and training, hiring, evaluating performance, providing feedback, counseling (corrective actions or dismissals) giving direction and guidance, and recommending wage increases and promotions.
• Participates in advanced product quality planning teams and utilize / author related documents (PCP, PFD, FAI, FMEA, etc.)
• Participates in problem-solving endeavors and direct teams using quality techniques (Pareto, Cause & Effect Analysis, 7-Step or 8D, etc.)
• Plans and directs activities related to the development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for processes, materials, and products :
• Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in engineering fields.
• Devises sampling procedures and designs.
• Develops methodology and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Establishes programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
• Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility.
• Directs workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product, or process quality and reliability.
• Supports preparation of PPAP submissions
• Compiles and writes training material and conducts training sessions on quality control activities.
• Interfaces with plant management, engineering, customers, sales and other functions on quality related matters.
• Assists with in-process and final quality control efforts, particularly in the areas of documentation and procedure.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with 2 or more years work experience as a Quality Engineer, or 8 or more years of work experience as a Quality Engineer with no degree. Strongly prefer this work experience in a manufacturing environment.

BASIC SKILLS :

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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