Quality Control

Lincoln Electric; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Michigan is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to uphold aerospace QA standards, audit processes, and analyze data to ensure safety and reliability of products. You will identify risks, drive corrective actions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain regulatory compliance.

The role requires experience with QA methods, auditing, and documentation, with a focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder communication in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and other QA standards.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Documenting and reporting product or service quality levels.
• Developing, auditing and improving QA processes and forms (AS9102, etc).
• Investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues.
• Reviewing QA systems for effectiveness and compliance.
• Preparing reports communicating inspection results to management.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Quality Assurance certifications

Job description

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com.

Location

Macomb - Mile

Req ID

29599

Primary Function

Quality Assurance is a vital part of any aerospace operation as it ensures that all operations are conducted in a safe and reliable manner. To be an effective Quality Assurance Engineer, one must have a comprehensive understanding of Aerospace Engineering and Quality Assurance principles, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze data. The ideal candidate must understand quality management systems and processes, along with strong problem solving and communication skills.

The candidate must be able to identify any potential issues or risks that could compromise safety, performance, or reliability and take appropriate corrective action. Experience in auditing, inspection, and testing procedures is essential for success in this role. Possessing these skills and qualifications, a Quality Assurance Engineer can help to ensure the highest quality standards are met here at Baker Industries.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Documenting and reporting product or service quality levels
• Developing a workflow or AS9102 Form 3 for product inspection
• Following up with the appropriate channels when mistakes are found
• Evaluating adequacy of Quality Assurance standards
• Devising directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Reviewing the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspections systems
• Investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues
• Collecting and compiling statistical quality data
• Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system (Continuous Improvement)
• Developing, recommending, and monitoring corrective and preventive actions
• Preparing reports to communicate results of quality inspection activities to management
• Monitoring risk management activities
• Assuring ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements
• Prioritizing work and meeting deadlines
• Recognizing and maintaining the confidentiality of all materials in the work setting.
• Possessing a keen eye for detail: Aerospace Quality Assurance Analysts need to have excellent attention to detail to ensure they notice any defects in the products they examine.
• Aerospace Quality Assurance Analysts may need to examine complex tools, so it’s important for them to be able to identify any issues. This can help ensure the product is safe for use and that it meets the standards of the company and the customer.
• The ability to consistently identify mistakes across thousands of inspections characteristics.
• The ability to closely follow International Quality Standards as well as customer requirements and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Using problem solving skills to identify the root cause of a production delay and propse a solution tp prevent it from happening again.
• Communication and Teamwork Ability: Communication is another important skill to have as it is needed to convey findings to colleagues and management. Ability to effectively communicate with and work in teams.
• Additional job duties as assigned

Education And Experience

• Proven work experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Relevant training, experience, and/or certifications as a Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, AS13100, and other relevant quality standards. Must have strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases. Experience with DISCUS or MBDVidia is a plus.
• Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance.
• High school diploma/GED, prior certifications, or equivalent work experience.

Long Description

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The physical demands listed are representative of those required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Employees frequently stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work from ladders or scaffolds; sitting is occasional. The role requires regularly lifting to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Close vision is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment described reflects typical conditions encountered in this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities. Employees are regularly exposed to electrical shock hazards and frequently to moving mechanical parts.

Export Control Disclaimer: This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals as whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

HARASSMENT POLICY - Workplace harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics is prohibited. Interference with an employee’s ability to perform job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

ATTENTION: THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS - Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a signed vendor agreement become the property of Lincoln Electric. No fees will be paid unless recruiting efforts are coordinated through the Recruiting Department.

DISCLAIMER - This position may have access to various types of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and/or information and tangible items subject to U.S. export controls, as well as be subject to certain customer/contractual requirements. Therefore, the individual selected for the position may be required to meet certain citizenship, immigration, and/or location-related requirements, as well as screenings, background checks and additional training. The Company, in its sole discretion, will determine whether to seek a contractual waiver or regulatory export authorization if required.

Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable qualifications, as determined by the Company, as well as adhering to all relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be modified at any time at the Employer’s sole discretion.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.