Quality Engineer
Job Description
Job Summary & Essential Functions
The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. Under the guidance of the Quality Assurance Manager, assures that planning and executing cost-effective quality programs that will help ensure contractual compliance to quality requirement and the integrity of delivered product.
- Review contract documentation for quality-related requirements; assure proper flowdown and satisfaction of these requirements through review of design and manufacturing/test documentation and development of inspection plans.
- Ensure any customer requirements reflecting digital product definition using CAD/CAM/CAI Data, are met when authorized by the customer for its use.
- Ensure that all FAI requirements (including delta) are current, or are identified as necessary to perform.
- Participates in quality assurance proposals and cost estimates.
- Support the organization leadership on Lean implementation using Lean Systems as the principal tool.
- Evaluate new processes and improve current process capability, efficiency, and overall productivity in all areas of manufacturing.
- Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and develop documents and test data, as required.
- Provide primary customers, source inspectors and suppliers interface, and must work cooperatively with them and his/her program team to ensure that all contractual quality requirements are satisfied.
- Providing training and feedback to Quality personnel to ensure uniform process and inspection methods.
- Evaluate the robustness and risk of process and recommend improvement actions where appropriate.
- Lead cross-functional teams in problem solving for non-conformance product, quality escapements, and process capabilities (but not limited to) and establish definitive root cause and effective corrective action(s).
- Execute product containment actions to protect the customer from non-conforming material arriving at their facilities.
- Lead in root cause and corrective action investigation efforts, resulting from MRB Activity.
- Participates in the maintenance of the Quality Systems Registration, and highlighting areas for continuous improvement.
- Participates in internal audit programs.
- Analyze, review and prepare necessary reports/data summaries, as required.
- Develop and update quality documents such as the Control Plan, PFMEA, and Inspection Instructions, as required.
- Responsible for complying with quality system (ISO 9001, AS 9100, Nadcap) and Aerospace OEM system requirements.
- Ability to submit tags to customers; closes out rejection reports.
- Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
- Works independently with minimal supervision. Incumbents are typically assigned highly technical and/or major start-up programs that require the coordination of top resources in each of the functional areas.
- Inspects product when/if there is a need and requested by Quality Manager.
- Proficient at mentoring other quality engineers with evaluating and resolving process issues.
- Other duties as directed by the Quality Assurance Manager
Skills & Qualifications
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Five S, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen, SPC and ISO 9001 / AS 9100 and Aerospace OEM Specifications and Drawings.
- Strong analytical and communication skills for internal/external customers and suppliers.
- Ability to work independently and a good memory for detail
- Conscientious, organized and meticulous – records must be accurate and maintained
- Read and understand internal procedures and policies
- Understand and follow through on both verbal and written instructions
- Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook
Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications
- Bachelor of Science or four-year technical degree required.
- Up to five (5) years technical experience is required, including a minimum of two (2) years in Quality Engineering (preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry).
- Must possess strong mechanical aptitude, ability to utilize measuring equipment, and hands‑on capabilities to work on multiple projects at the same time without supervision.
- Good math skills, familiarity with personal computer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Internet, and Baan (MPR system) required.
Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Annual eye exam is required.
- Must be able to effectively communicate.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Working conditions are: 50% office environment, 50% manufacturing environment.
- Noise level is usually moderate.
- Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places and in outside weather conditions.
- Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and extreme heat.
- Safety glasses (ANSI Z87 compliant) required in all manufacturing areas.
- Hearing protection must be worn in designated areas.
- Safety Footwear shall be in accordance with the following: ASTM standard F2413-05 with minimum impact resistance, compression resistance and metatarsal designation ratings of 75 foot pounds (i.e. ASTM F2413-05 I/75 C/75 Mt/75), which are viewable on the inside tag of footwear.
1505 Maiden Lane
Joplin, Missouri, 64801
United States