Quality Engineer

Christian Bürkert GmbH; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burkert USA Corp is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead the Quality Management System and drive improvements across manufacturing processes. You will apply statistical methods to identify improvements, develop sampling plans, and implement CAPA using DMAIC and 8D/5Why tools.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, knowledge of quality systems, and 1–2 years in quality engineering. Travel ~10% and collaboration with suppliers are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field; Master’s preferred.
• Basic knowledge of quality systems (statistics, reliability, sampling, auditing).
• 1–2 years in Quality Engineering or a technical discipline is desired.
• Manufacturing environment experience is preferred.
• ISO Quality Management Standards knowledge is a plus.
• Six Sigma Green Belt and Lean implementation are advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to problem-solve and multi-task; travel about 10%.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Quality Management System including process/procedure development aligned with ISO standards.
• Determine quality improvement parameters using relevant statistical methods.
• Enhance inspection processes with sampling plans and confidence levels.
• Analyze data with hypothesis tests, normal distribution, and capability analyses.
• Develop sampling plans using attribute, variable, and sequential sampling.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPA using DMAIC and 8D/5Why tools.
• Address customer complaints with corrective/preventive actions; monitor supplier failures.
• Improve QA receiving inspection processes; prepare QA reports.
• Assist suppliers with performance and audits; adhere to Lean/quality initiatives.
• Flexibility to perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Quality management

Statistics

Sampling

DMAIC

8D/5Why

Problem solving

Communication

Lean thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: Working with a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees as individuals in more than 30 countries? On a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? If you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for Quality Management System inclusive of process and procedure development/implementation that aligns with ISO standards
• Determines quality improvement parameters by identifying statistical methods relevant to manufacturing processes.
• Enhance quality inspection process utilizing statistical confidence by identifying sample size and acceptable error; determining levels of confidence
• Analyzes data by completing hypothesis, normal distribution, and process capability analysis tests
• Develops sampling plans by applying attribute, variable, and sequential sampling
• Root cause analysis and implementation of CAPA for quality improvement related concerns utilizing DMAIC methodology and 8D/5Why tools.
• Analyze failure, corrective and preventive action to respond to customer complaints.
• Continuously improving QA receiving inspection process and procedures.
• Ensure timely resolution of supplier failure, corrective actions, and preventive actions
• Assist suppliers' performance and conduct audits.
• Preparation of QA reports.
• *This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover and contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required by the employee. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.*

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technical Major; Master's Degree a plus
• Basic knowledge of quality systems is required (statistics, reliability, sampling, and auditing).
• 1-2 years preferred in Quality Engineering or Technical Discipline
• Manufacturing environment experience
• Knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems standards a plus
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification a plus
• Lean Implementation in a production, warehousing and distribution environment a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, written & verbal
• Proficient with SAP, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task; Perform duties with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy
• Travel 10%

BURKERT CULTURE:

Burkert USA Corp is a manufacturing and sales organization, that is family owned and was established in the US in 1984. Burkert employees enjoy an inclusive environment that's open to ideas and innovation for a growing company with opportunities for development.

• Work life balance is considered a priority with a comprehensive benefits package in place to support your personal and professional life.