Oakley - Quality Engineer

Oakley; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 96,854 - 132,828; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

Oakley is seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing processes, including Lens Molding and Frame Molding. Responsibilities include leading corrective actions to address quality issues, driving data-driven resolution of production problems, and gathering KPI metrics. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in engineering, with 3+ years of experience in quality. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree and ASQ CQE certification. The role offers a competitive salary range of $96,854.15 to $132,828.83 annually and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Department.
• Ability to apply statistical quality tools (MSA, Cpk, SPC).
• Experience supporting business goals related to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead Corrective/Preventive Actions using root cause methodology.
• Drive resolution of quality issues using data analysis.
• Support production areas in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Statistical quality tools (MSA, Cpk, SPC, sampling plans)

Root cause analysis

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Lean tools

Job description

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

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Corrective/Preventive Actions using appropriate root cause methodology to address quality issues.
• Drive resolution, prevention, and reduction of NCMR/ExCo (Extra Consumption) in the Production areas using an engineering approach to analyze data and detect improvement opportunities.
• Support production areas (Lens Molding, Frame Molding, Paint, Assembly) from start to finish.
• Demonstrate a high degree of collaboration and work effectively with others within the department and across the business.
• Actively participate in yearly budget activities to reduce ExCo.
• Responsible for the daily and weekly timely gathering, analyzing, and publishing of KPI metrics specific to the working production areas for use in SQIDP, Weekly KPI, and LDDS daily meetings.
• Participate and attend SQIDP and weekly KPI meetings.
• Build expertise and ownership that can be translated into improving first-pass yield.
• Serve as a team player and identify and help prevent defects, make processes robust, and clearly communicate with cross-functional groups.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert for quality in the assigned manufacturing areas, acting in a professional and respectful manner.
• Work safely and maintain a safe, organized, and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Report safety hazards and work-related injuries to supervisor or area manager immediately.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Department.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply statistical quality tools (MSA, Cpk, SPC, sampling plans, control plans).
• Ability to use a systematic approach for root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting 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 tool experience.
• Knowledge of Quality Systems (ISO 9001).
• Project management experience.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $96,854.15 – $132,828.83

Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. 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.