Quality Engineer

Microwave Products Group; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH is seeking a Quality Engineer to verify conformance to requirements and support root cause analysis when nonconforming. You will work with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers to ensure quality throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities include analyzing defect data, supporting design reviews, developing inspection plans, performing audits, and driving corrective actions while maintaining the Quality Management

Qualifications

• Must understand IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001.
• Excellent communication with multiple departments and customers.
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis for quality decisions.
• Experience with Material Review Board (MRB) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze defect data and establish trend charts for management review.
• Support inspection planning and preventive quality actions.
• Lead internal audits and participate in design reviews.
• Approve manufacturing build instructions for compliance to design requirements.
• Initiate and manage Corrective Action Requests and Quality Alerts.

Skills

IPC-A-610

J-STD-001

Communication

Excel

Data analysis

MRB experience

Quality systems

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s

Job description

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.As a Quality Engineer at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will be responsible verifying conformance to specified requirements and assisting the appropriate departments in determining root cause and corrective action when product and/or process is nonconforming.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Analyze defect data and establish trend charts for review by managementAssist inspectors in determining defects, component information, process indicators, etc. Acts as a referee to verify conformanceRecommend alternate inspection techniques and inspection equipment to facilitate more reliable inspectionsAttend daily production meetings to support any quality related issues that need to be addressedParticipate in design reviews in order to determine if the product being designed can be manufactured and to ensure that quality is designed and built into the productSupports the engineering and manufacturing group with material and process issuesModify and update Quality department work instructions and proceduresReviews and approves manufacturing build instructions to ensure compliance to design requirementsPerforms internal process and product audit to ensure conformance to specified requirements and to the Quality Management SystemResponsible for in process Material Review Board, which includes the processing of nonconforming materialAssists the Manufacturing Engineering group in determining root cause of the in process defectsDevelop and implement inspection plansInterface with the customer and suppliers on quality related issuesReview and approve engineering drawings, which includes participating in design reviewsMember of the CCB (Change Control Board); approves Engineering Change NoticesChair and coordinate Quality Focus Groups, by ensuring that the tasks that have been identified are being completed in a timelyInvolvement in general quality initiativesWork with inspectors and supervisors to ensure that the product being built conforms to specified requirementsAssist QA, engineering and/or production in determining the root cause and corrective action of customer returnsParticipates in product and process qualification, and/or where ever decisions are made that may affect product qualityInitiates and recommends the issuance of Corrective Action Requests when product and or process nonconformance is foundInitiate and manage Quality AlertsDrive quality philosophies and new techniques into production and facilitate the training and understanding of general quality concepts, such as everyone is responsible for qualityKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must have a thorough understanding of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001Must be able to communicate effectively with other departments, including manufacturing, engineering and managementMust be able to communicate effectively with the customer, both in verbal and written formatsHigh proficiency in ExcelMust have the ability to analyze data to formulate quality and reliability decisionsExperience on Material Review Board as participant and/or chairperson a plusQualifications Include:Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder)High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university and 5 + years of electronics manufacturing experience; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredASQ certification and5 + years of electronics manufacturing experience5 + years of technical electronics related work experienceAS9100 or ISO9000 experience requiredBenefits of joining our team!Annual incentive plan (bonus)Paid vacation and sick timeUp to 10 paid holidays/year4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charityHealth, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductionsShort-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paidOther ancillary insurance options available401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable)Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salaryEducational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearGym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year#LI-HT1 #SWEThis position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.Benefits: Benefits For This Position Include: A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services. 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