Job Title: Sr. Quality and Continuous Improvement Engineer
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director Quality and Continuous Improvement the Sr. Quality and Continuous Improvement Engineer works as part of a team to build and maintain Fluences quality system. They lead continuous improvement projects as needed utilizing their knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Kaizens or Six Sigma
Key Responsibilities:
Lead process improvements through datadriven problem solving and continuous improvement activities in multiple areas of the company
Analyze data from multiple sources related to quality performance and prepare various management reports using Excel PowerPoint or other analytical tools. Make recommendations on improvement actions to take based on interpretation of the data
Leadsupport root cause analysis teams using the 8D methodology to drive good corrective and preventative actions
Train employees on 8D methodology root cause analysis tools and lean concepts related to process improvement
Participate andor lead internal quality audits
Create update and improve various process documentation typically using Word Visio and SharePoint
Lead various kaizen and other improvement projects in multiple area of the company
Ability to travel up to 25 domestic and international.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. in Engineering or other STEM degree field
8 years of experience in a Quality Engineer role preferable with at least 2 yrs in a manufacturing environment.
Experience leading teams in corrective action investigations preferably using the 8D methodology
Experience leading internal audit under an ISO 9001 andor ISO 14001 management system
Experience in gathering process related information and translating that information into easy to understand process documents. This should include the use of swim lane flowcharts and RACI diagrams
Experience with risk management tools such as FMEA and PFMEA
Previous experience leading kaizen teams using lean tools such as value stream mapping waste elimination and SIPOC development
Experience in training groups on new processes and procedure preferably with some experience in training quality or continuous improvement tools
Understanding of basis statistical methods and techniques such as process capability hypothesis testing regression and reliability models
Experience with supplier quality and related tools such as PPAP SCAR
Additional desirable skills:
American Society of Quality Certified Quality Engineer certification
Six Sigma Green Black Belt or comparable certification
Experience using TapRoot
SME Lean Cert Bronze certification or comparable certification
Experience in battery energy storage renewable energy or electromechanical related industries