Quality Engineer

Timken; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Timken is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer in Carson City, Nevada, responsible for managing customer returns, performing audits, and collaborating on quality improvements. This role requires a B.S.M.E. or similar degree and at least three years of experience in manufacturing or quality engineering. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving abilities and knowledge of ISO standards and statistical processes. Join us to enhance quality initiatives and product standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Quality or Manufacturing Engineer.
• Ability to perform effective problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage customer returns via RMAs and NCRs.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineers on corrective and preventive actions.
• Audit suppliers and handle quality issues.

Skills

Mechanical principles and machining practices

Statistical process control and measurements

Knowledge of ISO9000, ISO13485 and AS9100

MiniTab or other statistical software

Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and Vision Systems

Six Sigma and Lean practices

Solidworks and AutoCAD drafting skills

Problem-solving techniques

Computer systems and ERP systems familiarity

Education

B.S.M.E. or similar engineering degree

Job description

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for investigating, managing analysis, coordinating, responding and reporting of customer returns via Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) and internal Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) along with any associated customer return documentation. Works with Manufacturing Engineers to execute corrective actions and preventive actions. Audits suppliers and works with suppliers on quality issues and NCRs. Coordinates the qualification of new equipment along with any special process qualifications. Assists the Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Department in programming inspection equipment. Provides support to Operations in developing in-process inspection methods for new products and ensuring consistent application of quality techniques. Supports new product/program activity such as Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Capability Studies, and Gage R&Rs as dictated by the customer. Monitors and reports customer quality ratings. Works with the Director of Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing Engineering Manager or Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineers on priorities and implementation of projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs effective problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis on customer returns.
• Tracks and promptly communicates to customers regarding returns.
• Generate a monthly Return Material Authorization (RMA) and Non-Conformance Report (NCR) summary.
• In conjunction with Manufacturing Engineers, executes Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions.
• Generates Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Capability Studies, and Gage R&Rs when required.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers to execute special process validations.
• Generate protocols and execute installation qualifications, operational qualifications and software validations.
• Request and execute requirements associated with a process change request.
• Programs and sets up a variety of inspection equipment.
• Determines priorities with the Director of Manufacturing Systems and Technologies on inspection and quality improvement projects.
• Stays informed concerning new inspection technology and equipment, and investigates their potential applications.

Recommends incorporation of new technology for company applications where feasible and practical. Other duties as assigned.

Technical Functional Skills

• Knowledgeable concerning mechanical principles, machining practices.
• Knowledgeable concerning statistical process controls and measurements.
• Knowledge of ISO9000, ISO13485 and AS9100 quality management systems and related requirements.
• Knowledge of MiniTab or other statistical software required.
• Familiarity with sophisticated inspection equipment such as Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and Vision Systems desirable.
• Familiarity of Six Sigma and Lean practices desirable.
• Drafting skills using Solidworks and AutoCAD desirable.
• Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with new innovations to economically solve production problems in a timely manner.
• Has initiative and able to work effectively with little direction and/or few guidelines.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all levels within the organization as well as with external customers and suppliers.
• Organized, manages time effectively and able to prioritize competing tasks.
• Able to apply problem solving techniques to identify root cause and prevent reoccurrence.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and data processing, familiarity with complex ERP systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S.M.E. or similar engineering degree, or B.S. with Industrial Technology or Engineering coursework.
• At least three years’ experience as a Quality or Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.