Quality Engineer

Responsibilities:Knowledge and application of ISO Quality StandardsEnsures adequacy of product Quality and compliance with requirementsDrives continuous improvement in Quality, manufacturing and cost reduction for the siteOptimize sampling plans and sampling methods for QC and manufacturingCollaborates with plant and Division innovation teams to evaluate new product needs and translate them to meaningful plant specificationsWork with Plant Engineering group in Support of qualification and validationAuthors and/or performs reviews of various user documentation, SOPs, and specificationsDevelops and maintains a high level of product, analytical, and process knowledgePerforms internal and external auditingProvides training to employees, as needed (new procedures, technical training, etc.)Ensures changes to process meet product quality, compliance, cost and productivity targetsLeads peers and/or departments in the performance of investigations and resolutions of customer complaints and other root cause investigations that affect product or process performanceLead and/or support projects and apply PEx tools to yield process and flow improvements with the purpose of reducing cost, process optimization, increasing capacity, or reducing complexity. Lead Lean exercises to find opportunities to improve through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with expertsDevelop & execute project plans to achieve the Future StateRequired Education and Experience:Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Technical discipline (Industrial or Mechanical Technology) or related degreeMinimum 3 years' experience in manufacturing/process/quality rolePrevious Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing or technical functionExperience with internal and external auditingDemonstrated use of root cause and problem-solving skills to resolve technical issuesExperience with procedure and work instruction developmentProject management experienceProficiency in Microsoft OfficeKnowledge or experience with ISO 9001 and/or regulated productsPreferred Skills:Experience with optics and optical assembliesExperience with Performance Excellence (Six Sigma) Green Belt or Black BeltASQ Certified Quality Engineer or equivalentASQ Certified Quality Auditor or equivalentDemonstrated leadership experience in project managementProficiency in problem solving software (e.g., Minitab)Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership):Ability to work positively within a team environment (strong team player)Proven self-starter - able to effectively manage high levels of uncertainty and changeCross-cultural sensitivity and self-awareness in interacting with othersCustomer (internal and external) focusedOrganized and detail oriented

Created: 2024-11-09