Supplier Quality Engineer

Insight Global; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to enhance quality standards and ensure compliance within their innovative manufacturing processes. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement quality assurance measures, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. As a key player in the New Product Introduction team, you will be responsible for ensuring that all quality assurance requirements are met before product launches. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of the manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance within manufacturing.
• Certified ISO 9001 internal auditor with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality planning and monitoring for new products.
• Lead cross-functional teams for corrective actions and improvements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Continuous Improvement

ISO 9001 Standards

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Degree in Math or Science

Tools

8D Methodology

5-Why Analysis

Fishbone Diagrams

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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Insight Global is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to work onsite in La Vergne, Tennessee. This role is with a global Fortune 500 technology manufacturing and design company that develops cloud computing technologies for major search engines, online retailers, and social media companies, operating within the computer and electronics manufacturing industry. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) coordinates quality planning, monitoring, problem-solving, and continuous improvement activities to ensure products, processes, and services meet customer and company standards.

Essential Functions:

1. Serve as the Quality Assurance representative on the New Product Introduction (NPI) team for all new products.
2. Ensure all required Quality Assurance items are included in the Master Timing Plan, fully implemented, and validated before program launch.
3. Submit First Article Inspection (FAI) documents to the customer for approval.
4. Develop and maintain process and quality documents such as Process Flow Charts, PFMEAs, Inspection Standards, Work Instructions, Packaging Standards, and Visual Standards.
5. Review Lessons Learned data from similar products and processes to prevent repeat issues.
6. Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions on quality control activities.
7. Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, or formulas to determine quality and reliability standards, consulting with management or engineering staff.
8. Assist testing groups in developing standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
9. Provide direction to Quality Assurance Inspectors conducting audits of work-in-process and finished goods for compliance.
10. Assist in the disposition of materials failed during testing, working with Supplier Quality Engineers and vendors for Failure Analysis results.
11. Lead cross-functional teams for corrective actions, including root cause analysis and countermeasures, using methodologies like 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone diagrams. Respond to customer inquiries within specified timeframes and visit customer facilities as needed.
12. Act as a continuous improvement leader for assigned product and process lines, including kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, and employee suggestion evaluations.
13. Recommend modifications to existing quality or production standards to optimize quality within process capabilities.
14. Support plant ISO 9001 activities, including internal audits, calibration, and document control. Draft Process Flows, Procedures, Work Instructions, and Forms as necessary.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Math, Science, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with third-party quality system certifications, e.g., ISO 9001.
• Certified as an ISO 9001 internal auditor.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Industry

Manufacturing

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