Quality Engineer

Sonoco; Santa Clara (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoco is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to conduct routine inspections and tests to ensure products meet quality standards. You will document findings, assist in audits, and help implement procedures.

You will collaborate with production and engineering teams to address issues, maintain records, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with quality specs and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years in quality assurance in manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret quality standards and specs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections and tests on products and materials to ensure standards.
• Document and report inspection results, noting deviations.
• Assist in internal and external quality audits with required documents.
• Implement and help develop quality control procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other departments to address quality issues.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Technical proficiency

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Quality assurance certification (a plus)

Tools

Quality inspection tools

Quality software

Job description

• Conduct Quality Inspections: Perform routine inspections and tests on products and materials to ensure they meet established quality standards.
• Document Findings: Record and report inspection results, identifying any deviations from quality standards.
• Assist in Quality Audits: Support internal and external quality audits by preparing necessary documentation and assisting auditors.
• Implement Quality Procedures: Help in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with production, engineering, and other departments to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain Records: Keep detailed records of quality inspections, audits, and corrective actions taken.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct Quality Inspections: Perform routine inspections and tests on products and materials to ensure they meet established quality standards.
• Document Findings: Record and report inspection results, identifying any deviations from quality standards.
• Assist in Quality Audits: Support internal and external quality audits by preparing necessary documentation and assisting auditors.
• Implement Quality Procedures: Help in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with production, engineering, and other departments to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain Records: Keep detailed records of quality inspections, audits, and corrective actions taken.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

Additional Responsibilities As Assigned.

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We’d Love To Hear From You If

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in quality assurance or related field is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality assurance role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
• Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with quality inspection tools and software.
• Knowledge of Standards: Understanding of industry quality standards and regulations.

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this role is from $XX to $YY, plus an annual target bonus of ZZ% of base salary

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.