Quality Engineer

SUMMARY: With direction from the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer's primary role is the continual improvement of processes to improve customer satisfaction and reduce the overall Cost of Quality (COQ). The Quality Engineer will collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to determine and implement best practices and methods for processes that reduce internal scrap and rework or minimize or eliminate customer complaints. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:Evaluate processes to identify and implement improvementsLead root cause investigations and develop effective long-term resolutionsAssist Engineering with design, feasibility review, testing and implementation of new programs or program modificationsCollaborate with engineering and manufacturing to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions on a timely basisQualification of new processes or changes to processes, including documentation, training and certification of production staffWork independently with little supervision while still delivering excellent results on timeAssist with the plant wide communication of Quality Alerts or Quality concernsHas the authority to stop production when nonconforming parts are detectedQuality Representative when Manager of Quality Assurance is out of the officePrimary accountability: Process improvements to reduce COQ and customer complaintsAdherence to the Quality Policy and expectationsQUALIFICATIONS:20/20 vision in at least one eye and must not be color blind required.(Magnifying lenses (readers, cheaters, etc..) are allowed if the employee normally uses them to read) Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.1 year of experience in a related metal fabrication or quality function (metal cutting, forming, welding, and powder paint operations) American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications preferred: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) Solid understanding of quality systems, inspection and testing processes6σ, Lean, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, Problem solving (8D, 5-why) experienceSolid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processesAbility to read and interpret blueprintsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent problem solving and analytical skillsProficient at multitasking and prioritizingKeen sense of attention to detailWillingness to work flexible hours with a changing work schedule as needed to support productionMust be able to navigate in a Windows based computer environmentExperience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word and CAD softwareApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This employer does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future and does not currently participate in E-Verify. UA Vision: "Actively Engaged Team Inspired To Win Together" 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile. Job SummaryRequisition Number: QUALI001809Job Category: Quality - KEIP