Quality Assurance Specialist

Kongsberg Maritime; Miejsce; On-site; PLN 345,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee QA activities and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of QA experience and strong communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $95,000 - $110,000 annually, with a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Benefits

Fully subsidized health & welfare benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Paid Time Off flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership skills within a team environment.
• Strong judgement in reporting issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support management in quality assurance objectives (KPIs).
• Contribute to customer complaints and problem solving.
• Lead the company's lean manufacturing program.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

2+ years of experience as a QA Specialist or Manager

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Dynamics ERP system

Job description

Kongsberg Discovery, a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global technology company, providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea, and naval. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, and navigation. We are determined to provide our customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics that ensure optimal operation both on and under the sea.

KONGSBERG, we believe in tackling challenging problems and delivering extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do that through excellent products and services developed for delivering the greatest benefits to our customers.

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology, and dedication

• Fully subsidized health & welfare benefits for employee (discounted costs for family members) with an option of a high deductible plan that includes an annual employer contribution towards your health savings account ($1500 for family, $750 for employee only, and prorated depending on date of hire)
• Fully subsidized dental and vision coverage
• Up to 5% employer match program
• Flexibility with Paid Time Off
• Safe and collaborative culture
• Professional and personal development and career opportunities
• We offer the possibility to work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery than right now. With us, you will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role as a Quality Assurance Specialist.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is responsible for quality assurance activities under Kongsberg Discovery (KD) in the Americas, as well as supporting the health, safety, and facilities of the Lynnwood, WA office. Reporting directly to the QHSE Sr. Manager, the QA Specialist ensures consistent safety and quality of production related to operations including engineering and sales, by developing and enforcing quality standards, validating processes, and providing documentation.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the division management in performing periodic management review by initiation, data provision, and report compilation. State and quantify quality assurance objectives (KPIs) including Ex/ATEX if relevant.
• Plan and monitor divisional QA activities aligned with KD and division management decisions. Ensure monitoring and reporting of QA objectives (KPIs).
• Establish and maintain risks and mitigation activities related to QA objectives.
• Implement and maintain common KD quality initiatives (e.g., audit procedures, supplier quality development) in the division.
• Contribute to resolution of non-compliance issues related to products and processes.
• Contribute to handling of customer complaints and problem solving.
• Evaluate the division’s problem solving / CAPA handling capabilities. If they are not sufficient, propose improvements.
• Escalate unresolved major non-compliance issues.
• Maintain records from own QA activities and for QA awareness training.
• Maintain own competence related to quality standards, the management system, and auditing.
• Perform assigned responsibilities like audits, improvement projects / activities, problem solving activities, training, etc.
• Leads and manages the company's lean manufacturing program.
• Takes initiative at their level to make decisive decisions that align with the overall strategic mission of KD Americas.
• Manage the day-to-day facility requirements of the office building in Lynnwood, WA.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a QA Specialist or Manager.
• Experience in internal auditing and inspection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills within a team environment, take control of situations when appropriate to achieve results and take initiatives in representing issues and potential solutions to management.
• Committed and reliable with steadfast integrity.
• Uses strong judgement and reports when issues arise.
• Seeks knowledge in their field and projects assigned.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good written and verbal communication with both internal and external customers.
• High level of customer service skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with other departments, product centers, regional offices, outside vendors, customers, and end users.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics ERP system is a plus.
• ASQ accreditation is an asset.
• Proven development and production of a QA program is a plus.
• Strong background in the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems in accordance with ISO 2015 (or Canadian equivalent) is a plus.

Pay Range: $95,000 - $110,000 annually (DOE)

Work Location: Lynnwood, WA

Employment Type: Full time, permanent hire.

KONGSBERG 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 or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.