Quality Control Engineer: Foundry & ISO 9001 Expert

McWane; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McWane, a long-established manufacturer in Anniston, AL, is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to develop, test, and evaluate systems for quality control. The role focuses on inspections, audits, and adherence to ISO 9001, within a foundry producing iron components and assembled products for customers.

The ideal candidate will analyze data, establish quality objectives, and coordinate with engineering and production to implement corrective actions and improve overall product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong knowledge of standards and methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis and software utilization.
• Experience with inspection of components, and performance of gauge studies.
• Expertise in identifying the root causes of issues and implementing effective corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Proactively exhibits and promotes The McWane Way Principles.
• Assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate PPE which may include fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head and eye protection.
• Uses proper lifting and ergo techniques.
• Performs a variety of activities to ensure compliance with applicable quality objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine stands and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished products.
• Confers with customers, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding product specifications.
• Communicates with management and user team regarding design standards.
• Evaluates precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate a corrective action plan.
• Conducts routine and non-routine analysis.
• Interprets test results, compares them to established specifications and control limits, and makes recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
• Performs visual inspections of finished goods.
• Establishes component guidelines for what features need to be inspected and what the quality standards are with collaboration with engineering and production as needed.
• Develops and writes procedures and work process flow control documents.
• Recommends updates and improvements to our Quality Management System (QMS) as needed.
• Audits our internal systems, processes, and procedures based on ISO 9001 requirements.
• Inspects fire hydrant and valve components and materials as needed to verify form, fit, and function.
• Investigates issues cited from customer returned product.
• Responsible for the complete calibration program including Machine Shop, Foundry and related areas measuring and testing equipment.
• Responds to Corrective Action Requests. Issue Corrective Action Requests as needed.
• Reviews current drawings in regard to quality documentation.
• Sets and tracks quality assurance goals (e.g. reduce scrap in a specific work cell by 20% for year over year).
• Assists external quality assurance auditors and inspectors with audits and inspections as needed.
• Works with internal teams to increase customer satisfaction by improving the quality of the products.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Inspection of components

Root cause analysis

Quality standards

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college/university or equivalent job-related experience & training.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

McWane, a long-established manufacturer in Anniston, AL, is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to develop, test, and evaluate systems for quality control. The role focuses on inspections, audits, and adherence to ISO 9001, within a foundry producing iron components and assembled products for customers.

The ideal candidate will analyze data, establish quality objectives, and coordinate with engineering and production to implement corrective actions and improve overall product quality.