Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Requirements:

A BS in Engineering, Life Sciences, technical degree, or quality-related field, with 3-5 years direct experience in Quality, within ISO13485 manufacturing environment, extrusion preferred.

Quality certifications (CQE, CQA), Six Sigma Green Belt, auditor training preferred.

Proficiency in GD&T, applied statistical analysis.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Minitab.

Strong understanding of ISO13485 and QMS.

Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA.

Experience with audits.

Proficiency in technical writing and reporting.

Position Skills:

• Organization: Strong attention to detail; able to adjust and maintain order and focus across shifting priorities and workflows.
• Critical Thinking: Apply risk-based, investigative and data-driven process to effectively reconcile quality outcomes with defined requirements and identify actions needed.
• Communication: Able to deliver clear and concise technical written and verbal communication.
• Mature work ethic: Technically independent, with ability to self-direct with minimal supervision.

Reports to: Quality Manager

Primary Job Responsibility:

Apply Quality Engineering Body of Knowledge, Six Sigma methodology and statistical analysis to lead and facilitate CAPA and Complaints processes, continuous improvement, and root cause investigation; apply metrology principles and measurement techniques, and advanced data-driven and risk-based skills to improve inspection accuracy, efficiency and productivity within the QC workflow.

Essential Functions of Position:

• Subject Matter Expert Metrology:
• Interpret/understand design intent from detailed Engineering Drawings and specifications.
• Lead the Engineering Change Control workflow to develop, define and improve measurement methods utilized for the inspection of a broad array of extruded tubes to align with customer print, design intent and defined quality requirements.
• Facilitate the MSA/Gage R&R workflow and perform analysis to reconcile, assess and mitigate measurement error to ensure measurement accuracy, consistency and reliability.
• Support the workflow and deliverables for the creation, release and training of automated inspection routines utilizing Vision System programming.
• CAPA and Complaint Process:
• Lead, coordinate, and perform the required activities within the CAPA and Complaint workflows.
• Perform and/or facilitate Root Cause Analysis for non-conformities.
• Initiate, facilitate, and compile CAPA and Complaint/Feedback documentation and reports.
• Manage, maintain, monitor and track CAPA and Complaint/Feedback logs and compliance.
• Utilize the CAPA process effectively to address systemic procedural and/or process gaps and improvement opportunities within QMS.
• Utilization of Minitab Software:
• Utilize Minitab software to perform statistical analysis: ANOVA, hypothesis testing, Gage R&R, and process capability as applicable within all workflows.
• Communication, Reporting and Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Demonstrate effective communication across departments; interact and meet as needed with cross-functional members to facilitate compliance and required actions within all applicable workflows.
• Lead Complaint and CAPA meetings; apply soft project management to assign and track required actions within the workflows.
• Present and discuss statistical and quality outcomes.
• Analyze and trend data for KPI reporting to inform Assistant QC Manager and Quality Manger of opportunities for improvement and risk management.
• Documentation and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with applicable internal QMS, customer and ISO13485 requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete records in all required documentation.
• Follow defined processes and procedures appropriately and effectively.
• Draft and revise applicable procedures as warranted.
• Growth and Development:
• Lead product and process improvement initiatives.
• Receive CQE and/or additional training in Product Risk Management (pFMEA).
• Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Equipment validations and automated product acceptance activities.
• Lead auditor / Internal Audit process owner.

Is the work described above checked by another individual? YES

Work Environment:

• Combination:
• Office Setting
• Dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing floor, prone to interruptions
• Exposure to noise, high temperatures, moving machinery, and high-voltage equipment
• Clean room and gowning requirements

Consistent motor skills and other requirements of the position:

• Persistent:
• Standing: 10%
• Sitting: 75%
• Walking: 15%
• Consistent lifting of up to 35 lbs. - Rarely
• Minimum lifting of 1 lb. - Frequently
• Maximum carrying distance of up to 30 ft. - Occasionally
• Reaching - must be able to reach machines and/or materials up to 6 ft. from floor - Frequently
• Kneeling - N/A
• Climbing stairs - Occasionally
• Repetitive motion - right/left hand/wrist - Frequently
• Repetitive motion - right/left foot/ankle - N/A
• Continuous arm motions - Yes
• Must be able to avoid potentially moving object which could cause injury - Yes
• Must be able to grasp and move object consistently and regularly - Yes
• Vision:
• Intricate nature of work requires vision of 20/20 with or without corrective lenses - Yes
• Must be able to use gaging equipment and tools - Yes
• Must demonstrate ability to work productively and efficiently with others - Yes

Microspec Offers:

• Competitive wages
• Benefits including:
• Sign-On Bonus
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Matching 401K plan annually after 1 year
• Entry level
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 64 Hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at end of year)
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Salary range: $85k - $105k per year based on experience