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Failure Analysis Manager Jobs in Mount Prospect, IL

Quality Engineer

Cary, IL · On-site

$80K/yr

... management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of ... Ensures process improvements, first articles, failure analysis on returned product, non-conforming ...

Process Reliability Engineer

Aurora, IL · On-site

$101K - $127K/yr

Knowledge of predictive and preventive maintenance methodologies, failure analysis, risk management, and lifecycle asset management. * Familiarity with batch manufacturing, piping systems, dispersion ...

Senior AI Product Manager (AI Builder)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $172K/yr

We are seeking a Senior AI Product Manager Builder to join a forward-deployed Builder Pod ... failure analysis, or model-based judges. * Prototyping & Technical Literacy: Demonstrated ability ...

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Senior AI Product Manager (AI Builder)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $172K/yr

We are seeking a Senior AI Product Manager Builder to join a forward-deployed Builder Pod ... failure analysis, or model-based judges. * Prototyping & Technical Literacy: Demonstrated ability ...

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Mechanical Test Technician

Lisle, IL · On-site

$50K - $80K/yr

Troubleshoot and root cause failure analysis. * Read and challenge task assignments to evaluate ... Ability to manage time and workload to meet project deadlines * Familiarity with database ...

Troubleshoot and root cause failure analysis. * Read and challenge task assignments to evaluate ... Ability to manage time and workload to meet project deadlines * Familiarity with database ...

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Failure Analysis Manager information

What is a failure analysis manager?

A Failure Analysis Manager oversees the investigation of product or system failures to determine root causes and implement corrective actions. They lead a team of engineers and analysts, collaborate with design and manufacturing teams, and use diagnostic tools to improve reliability. Their goal is to prevent recurring failures, enhance product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What are some common challenges faced by failure analysis managers, and how are they addressed in the role?

Failure Analysis Managers often encounter the challenge of diagnosing complex and intermittent failures that require a methodical, multidisciplinary approach. Balancing the need for thorough investigation with tight production timelines can also be demanding. To address these issues, managers lead teams of skilled engineers and technicians, utilize advanced analytical tools, and coordinate closely with design, quality, and manufacturing departments. By fostering open communication and continuous learning, they help develop faster, more effective root cause analyses that support robust product improvements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a failure analysis manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Failure Analysis Manager, you need a strong background in engineering or materials science, experience with root cause analysis methodologies, and a solid understanding of failure modes in manufacturing or electronics. Familiarity with technical tools such as scanning electron microscopes (SEM), failure analysis software, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help guide cross-functional teams and effectively present findings. These abilities are critical to ensuring product reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement within an organization.

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$80K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Quality Engineer
Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.
Durex Industries has over 40 years' expertise in the thermal control business. A trusted custom thermal solutions supplier and engineering design partner for customers across a range of industry sectors, it also offers engineering, manufacturing, testing and laboratory and quality assurance services.
Durex serves businesses in sectors including process industries, life sciences, plastics processing, food and packaging, aerospace, defense, and security. Its innovative bespoke solutions - such as retrofitting heating elements to prevent outdoor beverage dispensers from failing in low temperatures and custom-made circulation heaters to heat fuel in large ship engines.
Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!
The Role:
As the Quality Engineer (QE), you will provide quality engineering and direct customer coordination and leadership for production quality and validation of manufacturing processes. Provides recommendation and coordinates improvement activities within organization and serves as the central contact point for resolving quality related issues for customers. Ensures process improvements, first articles, failure analysis on returned product, non-conforming material, quality data analysis, and applying effective corrective actions for continuous improvement results.
Your Responsibilities:
  • Activities Provides quality engineering support directly with customers to address product quality escapes, score-card improvement actions, product/equipment qualification actions.
  • Lead Quality System maintenance activities, such as CAPA, Complaints, and audits.
  • Leads quality improvement actions internally to achieve customer targets and expectations.Participates within the product development engineering processes, including validation activities, SPC & data analysis, control plans, report writing, and PFMEA's as needed.
  • Participates in print and design reviews. Identify significant characteristics and develops appropriate controls.
  • Ensures that the products meet customer and defined regulatory requirements.
  • Leads internal support teams on customer issues and communication as necessary on quality related events.
  • Introduce and validate process improvements on assigned projects including procedures, QA methodologies, tooling, and equipment.
  • Verification and Failure Analysis of returned product, with required corrective action.
  • Devises and implements QA sampling procedures to ensure product quality, with associated quality data for analysis and improvement actions.
  • Lead problem solving teams to address identified issues and develop improvement actions.
  • Serve on project teams to provide QA oversight for new and revised manufacturing processes.
  • Provide internal leadership for quality improvement actions
  • Lead quality contact for assigned customers
  • Utilization of quality tools for problem-solving
  • Documenting Corrective-Preventative Actions within 8D format
  • Lead review and disposition of internal non-conformances with metrics

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years' experience in supporting industrial manufacturing products
  • Proven experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems and Lean Manufacturing principles, including implementation and continuous improvement practices
  • Demonstrated experience in providing direct customer support for organizational quality
  • Strong verbal, written communication, organization, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
  • Must be detailed oriented
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, both now and in the future.

Pay Rate: $63,00.00 - $80,000.00 annually
At Durex Industries, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.
Durex Industries is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.