Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer
The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality control processes to ensure that products meet regulatory requirements and environmental standards. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to identify quality issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Control Processes
- Develop and implement quality control processes and procedures for manufacturing environmental products.
- Define quality metrics and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and customer specifications.
2. Product Testing and Validation
- Design and execute comprehensive testing protocols to validate the performance, reliability, and safety of products such as composting machines, incinerators, and other environmental equipment.
3. Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure products comply with relevant regulatory standards and certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure continued compliance in product design and manufacturing processes.
4. Root Cause Analysis
- Investigate quality issues and customer complaints to identify root causes.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions using tools such as FMEA, 5 Whys, and other problem-solving techniques.
5. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of quality control activities, test results, and corrective actions.
- Prepare quality reports and track metrics related to defects and non-conformances.
- Communicate quality-related insights to management, engineering teams, and production staff.
6. Training and Development
- Provide training and guidance to production staff on quality standards, processes, and best practices.
- Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.
7. Continuous Improvement
- Lead initiatives to improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and quality control systems.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles and quality management methodologies to minimize waste and enhance productivity.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Quality, or related field).
- 1–3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or a related role.
- Strong understanding of quality management principles in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS.
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and quality control processes.
- Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
- High attention to detail with strong documentation and reporting skills.