Quality Engineer

Gentex Corp.; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation is seeking a Quality Engineer to monitor Gentex product quality, purchased goods, and processes, driving continual improvement under ISO 9001 and AS 9100. The role supports the Quality Management System and participates in audits and cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a technical field and at least three years of experience in quality concepts, including supplier and manufacturing quality, SPC, and COPQ reduction.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a technical discipline required.
• Minimum three years of experience in quality concepts and problem solving.
• Experience with supplier quality, manufacturing quality, internal auditing, SPC and COPQ reduction.

Responsibilities

• Support, develop, and maintain key elements of the QMS.
• Collect, analyze, and act on QMS data.
• Participate in internal QMS audits and continuous improvement teams.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts when needed.
• Define and document acceptance criteria for products and processes.
• Work with supply chain to evaluate and measure supplier performance.
• Interpret customer and internal quality requirements to develop quality plans.

Skills

Quality concepts

Root cause analysis

Statistical methods

Communication

Education

BS degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

About the Job:

The purpose of the Quality Engineer is to utilize quality methodologies and analytical techniques to monitor the performance of Gentex product, purchased goods, and processes, and to focus on continual improvement efforts associated with each. Additionally, the QE shall provide support for the Quality Management System (QMS) as required by ISO 9001 and AS 9100 standards.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:

• Support, develop. and maintain key elements of the QMS
• Collect/analyze/execute QMS data
• Participate in Internal QMS audits
• Participate in Continuous Improvement teams
• Participate and/or lead root cause analysis & corrective action teams
• Define & document acceptance criteria
• Work with supply chain and evaluate & measure supplier performance
• Interpret customer and internal quality requirements and develop quality plans to ensure conformance
• Represent Quality in the New Product Development Process as required

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND/OR PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(S):

• The QE must possess a BS degree in a technical discipline. Certification to a Quality discipline is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum three years of previous experience in quality concepts, metrics and problem solving methodologies; including supplier quality, manufacturing quality, internal auditing, SPC, Root Cause analysis, and COPQ reduction
• Working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office suite in the generation of professional documents and reports. Use of Minitab or equivalent statistical software packages a must.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Fundamental understanding of Continuous Improvement techniques
• Basic knowledge in metrology techniques and outputs
• Good oral & written communication skills
• Team focused with the ability to participate in and/or lead cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with basic Quality Management System standards such as ISO 9001 or AS 9100
• Basic knowledge with Process Control tools, and statistical techniques

To Apply:

https://www.gentexcorp.com/careers/

Location:

Gentex’s Carbondale facility is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Lackawanna County. Carbondale, PA is about twenty miles north of Scranton, PA, 50 miles south of Binghamton, NY, and about 125 miles from New York City and Philadelphia. The area hosts numerous nearby state parks, nature preserves and local colleges and universities, including The University of Scranton and Marywood University. Northeast Pennsylvania is a beautiful area and offers an excellent cost of living. It is a great place to work, meet people, raise a family and live!

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.