Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Piezo Technologies
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46227
Description:
This position requires a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining standards of quality and accuracy. Also supports the quality functions by interfacing with suppliers, performing supplier audits, supporting manufacturing quality, and responding to customer quality concerns.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports, monitors and maintains quality control system
Specializes in technical problem solving and resourcefulness while working within approved organizational systems and technology
Establishes quality requirements and flows these requirements to suppliers
Works with suppliers to address quality concerns and supplier quality improvement initiatives
Works with manufacturing to address internal quality concerns
Identifies critical points in the manufacturing process and defines sampling procedure
Determines types of tests to be performed as well as documentation and reporting requirements
Prepares and conducts various quality audits, including supplier, customer and internal
Manages the relationship with the Metrology vendor and maintains records of calibration
Addresses customer quality concerns by directing CAPA processes and failure analysis on returned hardware
Interacts regularly with engineering, manufacturing and service functions to establish quality standards for raw material, work in process and finished products
Collects and compiles plant quality performance and training data
Records and reports efforts to eliminate internal and external failures
Supports and leads improvement efforts through data collection, trend analysis, and root cause analysis
Helps to support the Document Control process
Assists in the creation and updating of written documents and policies according to established procedure and ISO 13485 & 9001 as direct by the Quality Control Manager
Supports Operations and Quality training programs
Support LEAN industrialization
Assists in tracking and reporting quality and business metrics
Assists in providing various Quality functions such as special testing
Wear proper personal protective equipment as necessary including but not limited to: eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, lab coats, gloves, dust masks and respirators
Willing to learn new duties and technology-related skills as required
May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary to ensure customer commitments are met and delivered timely.
Other duties as assigned
Experience/Background:
4+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance environment required
Experience and understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and/or ISO 13485:2016
Experience in the use of inspection and testing of mechanical and electronic instruments
Strong background in statistical methods, GR&R, capability analysis, and Six Sigma Problem Solving techniques
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a U.S. person or protected individual within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines U.S. persons and protected individuals as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), U.S. Temporary Resident, Political Asylee or Refugee.
Skills:
Proficiency with CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, FAI, APQP, FMEA
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook and web-browser
Ability to learn production processes and machine operations through on-the-job training
Problem solving skills and the ability to train teams to resolve various issues using available tools
Ability to manage time and prioritize responsibilities
Able to read and interpret company documents, such as safety rules, operating/manufacturing instructions, policies and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
Must be highly motivated, self-starter and work as a team player
Must have high levels of attention to detail and quality, be able to multitask and stay organized
Must demonstrate the ability to act professionally
Must be able to occasionally move about in production areas as needed
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or manufacturing related field (or) equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Special requirements, skills, licenses, certificates or certifications preferred: ASQ Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing and 5S, Microsoft Project
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports, monitors and maintains quality control system
Specializes in technical problem solving and resourcefulness while working within approved organizational systems and technology
Establishes quality requirements and flows these requirements to suppliers
Works with suppliers to address quality concerns and supplier quality improvement initiatives
Works with manufacturing to address internal quality concerns
Identifies critical points in the manufacturing process and defines sampling procedure
Determines types of tests to be performed as well as documentation and reporting requirements
Prepares and conducts various quality audits, including supplier, customer and internal
Manages the relationship with the Metrology vendor and maintains records of calibration
Addresses customer quality concerns by directing CAPA processes and failure analysis on returned hardware
Interacts regularly with engineering, manufacturing and service functions to establish quality standards for raw material, work in process and finished products
Collects and compiles plant quality performance and training data
Records and reports efforts to eliminate internal and external failures
Supports and leads improvement efforts through data collection, trend analysis, and root cause analysis
Helps to support the Document Control process
Assists in the creation and updating of written documents and policies according to established procedure and ISO 13485 & 9001 as direct by the Quality Control Manager
Supports Operations and Quality training programs
Support LEAN industrialization
Assists in tracking and reporting quality and business metrics
Assists in providing various Quality functions such as special testing
Wear proper personal protective equipment as necessary including but not limited to: eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, lab coats, gloves, dust masks and respirators
Willing to learn new duties and technology-related skills as required
May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary to ensure customer commitments are met and delivered timely.
Other duties as assigned
Experience/Background:
4+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance environment required
Experience and understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and/or ISO 13485:2016
Experience in the use of inspection and testing of mechanical and electronic instruments
Strong background in statistical methods, GR&R, capability analysis, and Six Sigma Problem Solving techniques
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a U.S. person or protected individual within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines U.S. persons and protected individuals as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), U.S. Temporary Resident, Political Asylee or Refugee.
Skills:
Proficiency with CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, PPAP, FAI, APQP, FMEA
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook and web-browser
Ability to learn production processes and machine operations through on-the-job training
Problem solving skills and the ability to train teams to resolve various issues using available tools
Ability to manage time and prioritize responsibilities
Able to read and interpret company documents, such as safety rules, operating/manufacturing instructions, policies and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion
Must be highly motivated, self-starter and work as a team player
Must have high levels of attention to detail and quality, be able to multitask and stay organized
Must demonstrate the ability to act professionally
Must be able to occasionally move about in production areas as needed
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or manufacturing related field (or) equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Special requirements, skills, licenses, certificates or certifications preferred: ASQ Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing and 5S, Microsoft Project