Quality Engineer

American Society for Quality

Tualatin (OR)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fujimi Corporation seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure customer-focused QA for Fujimi products and maintain the Quality System in line with customer needs. You will track quality issues, develop solutions, and drive CIP programs to support continuous improvement.

You will lead audits, update quality documentation, and provide technical support with Sales. This role requires 2–5 years in quality engineering and strong statistical and Six Sigma skills, with ISO/Lab standards knowledge.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar required.
Master’s degree preferred for advanced responsibility and scope.
Experience with statistical methods and project management is required.
ISO 9001 knowledge and/or QS 9000 auditing experience is highly desirable.
Six Sigma tools to resolve product/process issues should be used.

Responsibilities

Assist QA Manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality system, including corrective actions and change management follow up/resolution.
Create and maintain quality documentation, such as quality manuals and procedures.
Oversee PCS; track actions and process indicators; drive root cause determinations.
Provide technical customer support with Sales Account Manager; track CIP projects and complaint investigations.
Facilitate product transfers from R&D to manufacturing per requirements and customer expectations.
Provide statistical oversight and develop training to build quality awareness.
Lead internal and external audits (ISO9001, ISO14001, customer audits) and prepare audit reports.
Maintain compliance by staying current on industry regulations and policies.
Review analytical results of QC staff and prepare data packages for management.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Detail Oriented

Change Management

Judgment

Accuracy

Technical Aptitude

Responsible

Customer Oriented

Deductive Reasoning

Initiative

Motivation

Problem Solving

Strategic Planning

Training

Intrapersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar

Master’s preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

JMP

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Engineer is responsible for customer focused quality assurance of Fujimi products. Assures Fujimi’s overall Quality System aligns with customer expectations and requirements. Responsible for tracking quality issues, developing solutions, adoption and implementation of appropriate quality systems and procedures. Drives quality improvement by monitoring data collected from the process operations and applying problem solving techniques, quality verification and continuous improvement programs (CIP) for Fujimi Corporation. Leads teams to resolve quality issues or improvements by leveraging strong communication skills with ability to interface with technical and non-technical personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist Quality Assurance Manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality system, including corrective actions and change management follow up/resolution.
Create and maintain company quality documentation, such as quality manuals, quality procedures, etc.
Oversee Fujimi’s Process Control System (PCS), including facilitation of weekly reviews, tracking actions required (AR’s) and process indicators. Drive root cause determinations for abnormal shifts, trends and outliers; develop reports as required.
Provide technical customer support with the Sales Account Manager regarding internal alignment with customer quality expectations. This includes development and tracking of quality initiatives (CIP) projects to align with Customer expectations as well as complaint investigation, resolution and reporting.
Facilitate product transfers from R&D along with other Fujimi sites to ensure transfer of new products to manufacturing are in accordance with documented requirements and aligned with Customer expectations.
Provide statistical oversight as required and develop training to build quality awareness as required.
Lead and participate in internal and external audits. This includes coordination of ISO9001, ISO14001, and customer audits, including but not limited to preparing audit documentation/reports, scheduling audits with auditors (internal and external), communicating pre-audit or closing audit items to stakeholders, participation in audits, providing additional support to Quality Engineers in the audit process.
Maintain strict compliance by staying current on industry regulations, auditing standards, and evolving corporate policies.
May be responsible for reviewing analytical results of other QC staff. May assemble and prepare completed data packages for submission to Management and/or Customers as required.
Responsible for CIP activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen lean methods, etc.
Complete other job-related tasks as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Oral Communication Communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Written Communication Clearly and concisely communicate using the written word.
Detail Oriented Pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Change Management Encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities.
Judgment Formulate a sound decision using the available information.
Accuracy Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Technical Aptitude Comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
Responsible Be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
Customer Oriented Take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Deductive Reasoning Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Initiative Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
Motivation Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and perform to the best of their ability.
Problem Solving Find a solution for or deal proactively with work-related problems.
Strategic Planning Develop a vision for future and create a culture in which the long‑range goals can be achieved.
Training Develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance.
Intrapersonal Skills Work effectively with all levels of people.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar discipline required; Master’s preferred.
Experience: Must have 2-5 years of quality engineering work experience. Strong background with understanding/utilizing statistical methods and project management.
Computer Skills: Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, JMP statistical software.
Certifications & Licenses: CQE preferred.
Other Requirements: Required knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or QS 9000 standards, RBA and previous auditing experience desired. Ability to utilize Six Sigma tools to resolve product/process issues. Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical and non‑technical documents including but not limited to contracts, product drawings, and product specifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Not applicable (N) – Activity is not applicable to this position.
Occasionally (O) – Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0‑2.5+ hrs/day).
Frequently (F) – Position requires this activity from 33%‑66% of the time (2.5‑5.5+ hrs/day).
Constantly (C) – Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day).

Frequently (F): The position frequently requires sitting, manual manipulation, speaking, and lifting/carrying items weighing 10 pounds or less.

Occasionally (O): The position occasionally requires standing, walking, squatting or kneeling, bending, reaching outward, reaching above the shoulders, grasping, lifting/carrying items weighing 11‑20 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 25 pounds.

Not Applicable (N): The position does not require climbing, crawling, lifting/carrying items over 20 pounds, or pushing/pulling more than 25 pounds.

Other Physical Requirements: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to safety glasses and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS

Works primarily in an office environment with occasional exposure to manufacturing, warehouse and lab environments.

MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND

Requires ability to think critically to coordinate efficient planning and scheduling of audits and times to meet with internal stakeholders. Frequent mental visual demand to analyze complex data sets, production trends, and quality metrics to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions, while applying critical thinking and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. It involves interpreting technical documents, engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards, as well as maintaining a high level of attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Exercise sound judgment and decision-making using available data and established quality standards, communicating effectively with cross‑functional teams including production, engineering, and leadership, and adapting to changing priorities, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the ability to maintain focus and accuracy in environments with frequent interruptions or shifting production demands is essential.

Prolonged viewing of computer screens is necessary while analyzing data and preparing reports, along with maintaining sufficient visual acuity to safely navigate the manufacturing environment, including areas with moving equipment and machinery. Requires constant awareness of standardized processes, personnel training assignment changes, audit schedules. Results oriented with a sense of urgency and motivation to drive results.

ATTENDANCE

Regular attendance is essential to the smooth operation of our company and shows respect for the department personnel, including team members and your manager who may do your job in your absence. It is necessary for you to report to work regularly and on time.

SAFETY

Be an active participant in the company’s safety culture by following safe practices and performing duties in accordance with acceptable, safe work procedures and Fujimi approved operating standards.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

EEO CLASSIFICATION

Professionals

EEO STATEMENT

Fujimi Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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