Oakley - Quality Engineer

EssilorLuxottica; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 133,000; Full time

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Job summary

Oakley, part of EssilorLuxottica, seeks a Quality Engineer to support lens and frame manufacturing processes, drive corrective actions, and reduce Non-Conforming Material and Excess Consumption through data-driven engineering. The role requires collaboration across production areas and leadership in quality improvements.

You will build expertise in first-pass yield, KPI reporting, and safety while contributing to budget-driven quality initiatives and cross-functional teamwork in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Department.
• Knowledge of MSA, CpK, SPC, Sampling Plans and Control Plans.
• Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis with systematic approaches.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience aligning quality goals with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Corrective/Preventive Actions using root cause methodologies.
• Drive to reduce NCMR/ExCo in Production areas using data analysis.
• Support Production areas from start to finish.
• Collaborate across departments to improve quality.
• Participate in budgeting to reduce ExCo.
• Collect, analyze, and publish KPI metrics for meetings.
• Attend SQIDP and KPI meetings.
• Improve first pass yield and process robustness.
• Act as subject matter expert for quality in manufacturing areas.
• Maintain safe, organized work environment; report hazards promptly.

Skills

Statistical Quality Tools

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Quality-focused problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

ASQ CQE Certification

Job description

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Quality Engineer at Oakley supports the required processes (i.e. Lens Molding/Frame Molding/Paint/Assembly) involved in the manufacturing of components to be used in the Finish goods

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Corrective/ Preventive Actions using appropriate root cause methodology to address quality issues
• Drive to resolve, prevent and/or reduce NCMR/ExCo (Extra Consumption) in the Production areas using an Engineering approach to analyze the data in a timely manner and detect opportunities to improve.
• Supports Production areas (i.e. Lens Molding/Frame Molding/Paint/Assembly) from start to finish
• Demonstrates a high degree of collaboration and works effectively with others within the department, as well as in other areas of the business
• Actively participates in the yearly Budget activities to reduce ExCo (Extra Consumption)
• Responsible for the daily and weekly timely gathering, analyzing and publishing of KPI metrics specific to the working production areas to be used at +SQIDP, Weekly KPI and LDDS daily meetings
• Participates and attends SQIDP and weekly KPI meetings
• Builds expertise and ownership that can then be translated into improving 'first pass yield'
• Team player and responsible for identifying and helping to prevent defects, makes processes robust, and clearly communicates with cross functional groups
• Serves as the subject matter expert for quality, in the assigned manufacturing areas. Act in a professional and respectful manner
• Works safely and maintains a safe, organized and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Reports safety hazards and work-related injuries to supervisor or area Manager immediately

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related Engineering degree
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Department
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Statistical Quality Tools (i.e MSA, Cpk, SPC, Sampling Plans, Control Plans)
• Ability to use systematic approach for Root Cause Analysis
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting the overall business goals as they relate to the Quality team/leadership.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree preferred
• ASQ CQE Certification
• Green Belt / Six Sigma Certification
• Lean Tools
• Quality Systems (ISO 9001)
• Project Management experience

Pay Range: $96,854.15 - $132,828.83

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.