Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer Continuous Improvement (QE CI) position will coordinate projects to reduce product nonconformances. Develop and help with quality tools (SPC MSA etc.) to operational maturity. Recommend and implement improvements to production processes methods and controls. This QE CI will also support nonconformance management and Material Review Board responsibilities.

This position reports directly to the Sr. Quality Manager.

WORK SHIFT:

Monday to Friday. Day shift from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ability to work 40 hours per week including weekends as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements and all PCC Quality Rules and Safety Rules
• Conduct training on quality assurance concepts and tools.
• Collect organize monitor and distribute information for the Company and to customers/suppliers related to product quality and process improvement.
• Maintain and communicate metrics which record successes and track progress.

• Lead structured root-cause investigations using 5 Whys Fishbone DMAIC and other methodologies to address recurring quality and operational challenges.
• Implement in-process inspection systems operator training programs and mistake-proofing measures to reduce scrap and improve first-pass yield.

• Implement / monitor Statistical Process Control for forge processing parameters (Ignition) and process Control for critical part and process parameters
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to minimize deviant/nonconforming product and optimize throughput. Support or lead continuous improvement initiatives and teams
• Utilize data to drive improvements and implement control plans to sustain those improvements.
• Assist with customer complaints audits and corrective actions involving investigation of quality or process problems
• Perform internal audits
• Conduct Nonconforming Material Review and disposition
• Assist in processing non-conformance scrap and customer return material.
• Perform product nonconformance root cause analysis corrective action and execution
• Lead continuous improvement projects for chronic nonconformance issues
• Inspect parts for dimensional compliance using basic measuring equipment including tape measures calipers micrometers height gages dial indicators snap gauges profilometers etc.
• Validate and process Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests for products with dimensional issues; Monitor nonconforming parts through RMA and the rework process including timely disposition and closure.
• Lead validate and provide 8D responses upon customer request
• Review internal CARs for viability completion and effectiveness measurements
• Monitor quality control activities and processes at suppliers. Review and analyze corrective action and non-conformance data to eliminate non-conformances.
• Develop reports and metrics on various aspects of quality assurance function including cost of scrap and rework operations accuracy of inspection quality of outgoing product etc.

• Support manufacturing operations as needed to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Identify and reports safety problems.
• Safe forklift operation transporting moving and inspecting parts
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelors degree from an accredited institution in engineering or technical related field
• 2 years of experience in operations manufacturing or continuous improvement roles with increasing leadership responsibility; forging and/or machining industry preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems; Aerospace preferred
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and quickly always focusing on accomplishing the goal. Sense of urgency determination and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results

• Positive attitude Responsible Flexible Willing to Support
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in group/team settings.
• Collaborate with team members to solve quality issues and improve processes.
• Maintain a professional and positive work environment with coworkers supervisors and customers.
• Ability to document plan and execute programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.

• Strong communications skills both verbal and written to convey ideas and processes
• Trouble shooting and problem skills with focus on process improvement
• Familiarity with technical drawings and specifications for aerospace products. Ability to analyze and interpret data

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Ability to present information and data in an understandable and logical manner.
• Clear and legible handwriting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Aerospace Quality experience is preferred.
• Material Review Board / part and documentation review and decision making
• Working knowledge of aerospace industry standards (AS9100 AS13100) and quality management systems.

• Lean manufacturing basics; Continuous Improvement knowledge and experience.

• Experience in 6S/5S quality systems within a manufacturing environment.

• Geometric dimensioning & tolerance drawing interpretation
• Experience in areas of quality assurance such as: DOE FMEA/PFMEA SPC RCCA control plans material control process control systems performance product evaluation MSA metrology is preferred.
• Ability to conduct internal and external quality audits to recognize improvement opportunities and work with stakeholders to identify and implement effective CA/PA plans.
• Project Management basic
• Basic visual and dimensional inspection skills using measuring equipment and inspection tools.

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt strongly preferred).

• Minitab or other statistical software experience is preferred
• Oracle experience preferred
• AutoCAD experience
• Spanish verbal and written

PHYSICAL DEMAND

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk distances up to 2 miles per shift; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to a heavy industrial environment moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.