Quality Engineer

Ultipro; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive continual process improvement, reduce COQ, and strengthen customer satisfaction through collaboration with Engineering and Manufacturing. The role emphasizes root-cause analysis and preventive actions to eliminate defects.

The successful candidate will read blueprints, support production with corrective actions, and uphold quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with flexibility to support shifting production schedules.

Qualifications

• Vision and color perception requirements as stated (20/20 in one eye, not color blind).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a related metal fabrication or quality function.
• ASQ certifications preferred: CQE/CSSGB/CQIA.
• Solid understanding of quality systems, inspection and testing processes.
• Knowledge of 6σ, Lean, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, problem solving (8D, 5-why).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient at multitasking and prioritizing.
• Willingness to work flexible hours to support production.
• Experience with Windows, MS Office, and CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate processes to identify and implement improvements.
• Lead root cause investigations and develop long-term resolutions.
• Assist Engineering with design, feasibility review, testing and implementation of modifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to troubleshoot corrective actions.
• Qualification of new processes or changes, including training and certification of staff.
• Work independently with little supervision while delivering on time.
• Assist with plant-wide Quality Alerts or concerns.
• Have authority to stop production when nonconforming parts are detected.
• Serve as Quality Representative when Manager of Quality Assurance is out of the office.
• Primary accountability: process improvements to reduce COQ and customer complaints.
• Adherence to the Quality Policy and expectations.

Skills

Quality systems

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Quality - KEIP
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: QUALI001809

Description

SUMMARY:
With direction from the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer’s primary role is the continual improvement of processes to improve customer satisfaction and reduce the overall Cost of Quality (COQ). The Quality Engineer will collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to determine and implement best practices and methods for processes that reduce internal scrap and rework or minimize or eliminate customer complaints.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Evaluate processes to identify and implement improvements
• Lead root cause investigations and develop effective long-term resolutions
• Assist Engineering with design, feasibility review, testing and implementation of new programs or program modifications
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions on a timely basis
• Qualification of new processes or changes to processes, including documentation, training and certification of production staff
• Work independently with little supervision while still delivering excellent results on time
• Assist with the plant wide communication of Quality Alerts or Quality concerns
• Has the authority to stop production when nonconforming parts are detected
• Quality Representative when Manager of Quality Assurance is out of the office
• Primary accountability: Process improvements to reduce COQ and customer complaints
• Adherence to the Quality Policy and expectations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 20/20 vision in at least one eye and must not be color blind required. (Magnifying lenses (readers, cheaters, etc..) are allowed if the employee normally uses them to read)
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a related metal fabrication or quality function (metal cutting, forming, welding, and powder paint operations)
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications preferred: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)
• Solid understanding of quality systems, inspection and testing processes
• 6σ, Lean, PPAP, FMEA, APQP, Problem solving (8D, 5-why) experience
• Solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Proficient at multitasking and prioritizing
• Keen sense of attention to detail
• Willingness to work flexible hours with a changing work schedule as needed to support production
• Must be able to navigate in a Windows based computer environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word and CAD software

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This employer does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future and does not currently participate in E-Verify.

UA Vision: “Actively Engaged Team Inspired To Win Together”

12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

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