Manufacturing Quality Assurance Engineer II

CoorsTek; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek in Worcester, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Assurance Engineer II to lead statistical analysis, DOE studies, and continuous quality improvements in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes project leadership in quality systems, process control, and metrology across supplier and internal audits.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of manufacturing experience, strong statistics knowledge, and proficiency with Minitab/JMP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience.
• Thorough knowledge of statistical techniques and SPC.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical inspection techniques.
• Minitab/JMP experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional quality engineering assignments of considerable complexity, including capability studies and DOE analyses.
• Design, install, and continually evaluate quality assurance methods and measurement systems.
• Develop standards, procedures, and work instructions to guide quality activities and training.
• Identify, define, and recommend issues for quality control and process improvement.
• Interpret technical data using mathematical or diagrammatic methods and conduct audits.
• Plan gauge R&R and product/process capability studies; support supplier and internal audits.
• Coordinate with engineering and CMM programmers to ensure measurement system effectiveness.
• Analyze reports on nonconforming products and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Quality engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Professional Engineer (PE) / ASQ CQE preferred

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Job description

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.Job TitleManufacturing Quality Assurance Engineer IIPerform professional Quality Engineering assignments of considerable complexity under limited direction/supervision, i.e.: conduct statistical analysis in the form of capability studies, DOE’s, etc. to evaluate processes. The role will also perform assignments with business systems processes, metrology, and customer program support.Roles and Responsibilities:Embrace and apply the CORE Quality Blocks (Structured Problem Solving, Process Control Systems, Reliable Quality) throughout the organization.Perform professional Quality Engineering assignments of considerable complexity, under limited direction supervision, i.e.: conduct statistical analysis in the form of capability studies, DOE’s, etc. to evaluate processes.Design, install, and continually evaluate quality assurance and/or control methods and systems.Develop standards, procedures, and work instructions, to provide quality guidance and to facilitate trainingIdentify, define, and recommend issues for quality control.Interpret technical data in mathematical or diagrammatical form.Perform training in internal auditing, mechanical inspection, and statistical techniques.Develop sampling plans and statistical methods to be utilized by manufacturing and inspection, in assessing the quality levels of products and processes, to include determination of control points and charting methods.Interface with engineering and CMM programmers, to design fixtures and processes to ensure the effectiveness of measurement systems.Conduct internal and external audits and supplier surveys to verify capability and/or compliance.Coordinate and participate in material review activities to determine nonconforming product dispositions and corrective actions.Develop, generate, and analyze reports and returned products to identify trends and to facilitate corrective action/quality improvements.Provide technical guidance to all personnel to assist in the use of statistical process control and problem-solving techniques.Plan, conduct, and takes action regarding gauge R&R, as well as product and process capability studies.Perform Quality Engineering liaison activities as required to support internal/external customer service and satisfaction.Provide other Quality Engineering support as assigned by the Quality Manager.Job Requirements:Education:Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.Professional Engineer and/or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred.Experience:Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience.Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Good knowledge and understanding of computer programs, applications, and databases.Thorough knowledge in mechanical inspection techniques.In-depth knowledge and implementation of statistical techniques, with ability to identify, analyze, and define possible solutions for continuous product and process improvement.Perform detail-oriented tasks utilizing high language skills and advanced math skills.Employ excellent written and oral communication skills.Read and analyze complex information.Work effectively with a diverse group of people from different cultures and backgrounds.Structured problem solving, Green Belt.Supplier Quality.Auditing - certified lead auditor preferred.EQMS experience.Minitab/JMP experience.Project management.Excellent listening skills necessary.#LI-MR1Target Hiring RangeAnnual Salary: USD 96,600.00 - USD 127,512.00Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!