Job Summary:
Implement and maintain quality assurance standards for products and manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for utilizing core quality tools (
FMEA, Control Plans, SPC) to prevent defects, reduce process variation, and support the resolution of internal quality issues.
Quality Engineer I
Job Summary:
Implement and maintain quality assurance standards for products and manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for utilizing core quality tools (
FMEA, Control Plans, SPC) to prevent defects, reduce process variation, and support the resolution of internal quality issues.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None. This is a salary exempt entry/junior-level individual contributor role.
- Reports to: Quality Engineering Manager (Guided by QE Lead).
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain key process control documents, including Process Flow Diagrams, FMEAs, and Control Plans.
- Conduct basic process capability studies and utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Participate in APQP teams, assisting with the creation and validation of necessary quality deliverables.
- Lead small-to-medium scale root cause analysis efforts and implement sustainable corrective actions (CARs).
- Work closely with the Quality Control team to establish clear inspection standards and resolve measurement system issues (MSA).
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong technical aptitude.
- Strong written, verbal and telephone communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills
- Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office and function-specific software.
- Strong attention to detail & organizational skills.
- Desire to solve problems and learn new processes.
- Some travel may be required (<5%)
Education and Experience:
- 0-3 years' experience as a Quality Engineer or similar technical quality role.
- Required Certification: Formal training in core quality tools or methodologies is highly desirable
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work on your feet on the plant floor for extender periods
- Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods
- Must be able to perform minor heavy lifting