Quality Engineer 1st shift Monday-Friday 7am-330pm

Skills Inc. one of Washington States largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class competitively priced products and services that exceed customers rigorous standards and expectations for excellence. We are a fully integrated self-funded nonprofit organization with a social mission to train employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth we are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will review aerospace and commercial documents/parts that are fabricated and processed by Skills Inc. for compliance with engineering specifications AS9100 NADCAP and the companys quality system requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Validate and correct performance monitoring data.

Interpret data analyze results and provide detailed reports for reporting and communications needs.

Create First Article Inspection Reports for entry into Net-Inspect

Identify opportunities through data analysis for process improvement and increased efficiency.

Use methodical and systemic analytical approaches to perform effective Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA).

Develop document and deliver end-user training on changes and enhancements to process improvements.

Track and report the status of Corrective Actions and quality performance data.

Assess quality performance trends and lead corrective action efforts.

Participate in and contribute towards process improvement initiatives and goals.

Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

Comply with all federal state company and customer requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions with concrete and abstract variables.

Experience with the manufacture fabrication assembly application of protective finishes and inspection of structural aerospace products.

Advanced knowledge of quality engineering theories principles inspection techniques tools and equipment.

Advanced knowledge of aerospace and commercial drawings blueprints parts lists and associated documents.

Advanced computer literacy in a Windows environment including proficiency with MS Office.

Excellent at technical writing.

Ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues to others and to work cooperatively with both internal and external customers.

Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement techniques to quality and operational functions.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects in a timely manner.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read write and communicate in English through verbal communication American Sign Language or adaptive technology

CONFIDENTIALITY

This position may require access to sensitive information which must be handled with the utmost discretion. This means that information and/or documentation related to employees suppliers customers business practices and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through a minimum of five (5) years of direct experience or three (3) years of related experience and a 2-year technical degree.

ITAR US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.s participation in the defense industry International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply. These rules require that only U.S. persons as defined by law can access view or share sensitive information or materials related to defense and military technologies. A U.S. person is a U.S. citizen a lawful permanent resident or someone admitted as a refugee or asylee

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are typical for this job. Employees must be able to meet these requirements to perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help individuals with disabilities perform these duties.

Ability to lift or move 10 lbs regularly and up to 25 lbs occasionally.

Ability to sit constantly walk frequently and stand occasionally throughout the workday.

Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to communicate or use keyboard.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and the ability to focus.

Occasional use of industry-standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Occasional exposure to an indoor manufacturing environment.

Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Occasional exposure to moderate noise.

Definitions:

Constant (5-8 hrs. /shift)

Frequent (2-5 hrs. /shift)

Occasional (Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

SHIFT ASSIGNMENT

1st Shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc. our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents. That is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package which includes medical dental and vision insurance life and AD&D insurance paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan for eligible employees.

SALARY DESCRIPTION

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting social enterprise organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We have three lines of business: Aerospace Manufacturing Aerospace Finishing and Business Solutions which operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission in three ways: direct hire vocational programs and services and serving as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $33.00-$48.00

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• Paid Vacation*
• Paid Sick
• 401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution*
• Paid holidays*- prorated based on shift
• Medical dental vision and life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Plan

EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc.is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. We invite employees participants in our services vendors and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age ability gender race sexual orientation perspectives and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believes our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.

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