Senior Quality Engineer

Role Overview

• Monitor quality processes within SSD, identify quality and efficiency gaps and recommend and execute changes as necessary.
• Lead resolution and improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier, subcontractor, field installation, and production quality issues and implement improvements to meet SSD quality goals.
• Lead the resolution of deficiencies and develop root cause and corrective action summaries for broad categories of Incident Reports (IRs) and Non-Conformance reports (NCRs) to reduce rework and warranty costs.
• Facilitate related communication and resolution with MELCO, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure SSD maintains ISO 9001 certification by identifying and directing internal and external audits, identifying deficiencies, implementing corrections, and making all arrangements for recertification.
• Plan and execute supplier qualification activities for products and services including supplier audits, attending factory acceptance tests, and reviewing supplier quality documents.
• Review bid and project specifications and documentation as related to quality to ensure SSDs ability to comply.
• Develop and make change recommendations as necessary.
• Perform job site safety and quality audits.
• Prepare and deliver reports with findings and recommendations.
• Prepare/review inspection and test plans with internal departments, customers and vendors.
• Participate in and lead design reviews, lessons learned and turnover meetings.
• Fill in for Quality and Advisory Manager as necessary.
• Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Division by professionally representing the Company at customer locations and through interaction with other MEPPI Departments and vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in a technical field with a minimum 7 years of experience in quality assurance in a manufacturing or project environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of quality control, engineering, production, and statistical methods and techniques.
• Advanced interpersonal, communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers, employees and suppliers.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office products and business systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays up to 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) match of up to 4%.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Earn vacation after just 90 days, plus enjoy 12 paid holidays annually.
• Career Growth: Access to professional development programs and educational assistance.
• Employee Perks: On-site fitness center (Warrendale, PA), wellness program, profit sharing, and employee discounts.