Supports line managers in product and process quality planning
Helps improve processes that affect product quality
Devises product quality audit methods, special quality studies, failure investigations and feedback of quality information to management
Responsible for development and improvement of specific office and manufacturing processes as determined by business priorities
Participates in design and quality requirement reviews
Conducts training programs on general product knowledge, use of special test equipment and inspection techniques
Assists in assuring on-going ISO 9001 registration requirements are met
Makes decisions defining, modifying or restricting processes
Designs product and process quality audit tools
Conducts special studies and investigations related to problem solving and problem prevention
Reports to management on the level of quality and cost-related nature of quality problems at various stages of corporate processes
Directs analysis of field failures and in-plant test failures in order to establish basic causes of defect and implement preventive actions
Conducts cost of quality analyses
Advises on the audit/inspection function
Evaluates processes for improvement and subsequent controls to minimize inspection activities
Interfaces with customers to address problems and evaluate the Company’s performance
Leads employees and teams in process development and improvement

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
Progressively responsible experience in a relevant engineered-product environment
Related background in continuous improvement activities including SPC techniques
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques

Key Working Relationships Functional Leaders: Engineering, Human Resources, Sales Operations, Sourcing.
Physical Demands Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Working Conditions Shop-floor and office environment, located on large manufacturing campus

Quality Engineering Specialist

Key skills