Quality Planning Engineer
Job Location:
Franklin, NH - USA
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Job Summary
What makes us strong Our employees in 50 countries worldwide all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
At our Plansee site in Franklin USA we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex componentsleveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.
Join a highly motivated team in Franklin USA where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Position type: Exempt
Inspection Planning & Control
Develop and maintain riskbased Inspection Plans / Inspection Control Plans (ICPs) covering incoming inprocess final and special inspections.
Define inspection points sampling plans inspection frequency and acceptance criteria aligned to customer drawing and AS9100 requirements.
Configure/maintain inspection characteristics routings and quality records in SAP or quality planning systems.
Interpretation of Engineering & Customer Requirements
Translate engineering drawings models specifications and notes into measurable inspection requirements.
Identify and control Key Characteristics (KCs) Safety Characteristics (SCs) and critical items; coordinate with Engineering to resolve ambiguities or conflicts.
Measurement & Test Methods
Select appropriate measurement methods (e.g. precision hand tools CMM/optical) suitable for feature types and tolerances.
Define verification steps fixtures and test sequences; align with industry and customer standards.
Gage & Metrology Coordination
Identify required gages/fixtures for each plan and ensure availability capability and calibration in coordination with Metrology/Calibration.
Advise inspectors on proper tool selection usage and care.
Supplier & Incoming Inspection Support
Define incoming inspection requirements and special verifications; align supplier expectations with internal requirements.
First Article Inspection (FAI)
Prepare/support AS9102 FAI packages ensuring all drawing characteristics are accounted for and sequenced for verification.
Ensure changes trigger partial or full FAI reaccomplishment as required.
Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) planning and source inspection when required.
Documentation & Record Control
Create and maintain revisioncontrolled inspection plans check sheets visual work instructions and quality alerts accessible at point of use.
Ensure documentation is auditable and supports production readiness and compliance.
CrossFunctional Collaboration & Training
Partner with QC Inspectors Quality Assurance Manufacturing Engineering Supplier Quality and Program Management to align requirements and schedules.
Systems & Tools
Use SAP and digital inspection planning tools to manage inspection data notifications and routings; leverage SPC/analysis tools when applicable.
Qualifications / Skills Required
5 years in manufacturing/quality environments within crossfunctional teams.
Strong GD&T interpretation and ability to translate requirements into clear inspection criteria.
Handson experience with precision measurement tools; exposure to CMM or optical inspection.
Experience with SAP for inspection planning routings and quality notifications; proficiency with Microsoft Office and ballooning/inspection planning software.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards and inspection procedures/SOPs; familiarity with NCR/containment processes.
Exceptional organizational and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively at all levels.
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident; familiarity with ITAR.
Preferred
Experience in fastpaced or multishift operations and NPI launches.
APQP exposure (Control Plans PFMEA PPAP).
Experience with SPC/capability analysis tools (e.g. Minitab/Excel).
Associates degree in Quality Engineering or related technical discipline.
Key Competencies
Attention to detail and accuracy
Clear communication and training capability
Problemsolving and analytical mindset
Collaborative serviceoriented approach with QA/Production/Engineering
Ownership accountability and continuous improvement focus
Confidence supporting inspectors and resolving technical questions
The base compensation range for this position is between 75-95k annually commensurate with skill and experience level. This role will also be bonus eligible.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class.
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Plansee USA LLC
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About Company
High-technology engineering - specialised in cutting tools & hard material solutions. Top-class quality, precision & performance at the highest level.
