Quality Engineer

Hollingsworth & Vose; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollingsworth & Vose, a leading filtration and energy storage materials company, seeks a Quality Engineer in Massachusetts to support QA/QC programs and drive process improvements. You will apply Six Sigma, Lean methods, and statistical analysis to reduce variation, waste, and costs while enhancing product quality and safety across mill operations.

Responsibilities include leading root-cause investigations, developing PFMEA and control plans, conducting audits, and collaborating with process

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Paper Science, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Black belt certification or willingness to certify within 3 years in role.
• Strong papermaking background and quality systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Support unit operations studies and optimization across papermaking processes.
• Facilitate 8D root cause analysis and corrective actions with cross functional teams.
• Lead Material Review Board, deviation review, and CAPA implementation.
• Develop PFMEA, Control Plans, SOPs, and response plans to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Audit internal systems, processes, and products; participate in external audits.
• Perform MS Excel/Minitab data analysis for complaints, improvements, trials, and deviations.
• Maintain lab equipment and document control to ensure readiness.
• Support PPAP processes and new product development with statistical methods.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Leadership

Minitab

Microsoft Excel

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

BS or MS in Paper Science, or related Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Excel

Job description

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer will support critical Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions as well as planned process studies/projects/improvements and identify opportunities for continual process improvements for H&V Operations in the MA Mills. The Quality Engineer will plan, develop and implement solutions for these improvements using sound engineering principles, Six Sigma methodology, and Lean manufacturing techniques. These efforts will result in improved product quality, reduced variation, less waste, reduced cost, improved reliability, increased efficiency, increased speed, improved employee safety, employee education and training, improved environmental status and greater overall system capability. The Quality Engineer will work to ensure a product or service provides a high level of quality that meets customer expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Within papermaking operations, supports studies and optimization of all unit operations, stock preparation, resin production, drying, saturating, winding, slitting, etc.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions with cross functional teams documented in 8D form. Assist in investigations using statistical methods/analysis. Identify key systemic failures and work directly with Process Engineers and Superintendents to put in long term corrective actions.
• Lead the Material review board (nonconforming material resolution/capas) assisting with deviation process review
• Aid in development of PFMEA’s, Control Plans, SOPs, and response plans to deliver improved quality and cost
• Complete internal system, process, and product audits. Participate in external audits
• Complete MSA for lab equipment as necessary
• Provide statistical analysis of quality data as needed for complaints, improvements, trials, and deviations
• Assist with maintaining lab equipment as necessary.
• Assist with maintaining document control system
• Support resolution of customer complaints related to process issues as appropriate.
• Establishes production and quality control standards.
• Put a system in place that will measure the organizations performance and then report on its findings, liaising with managers and staff, and coordinating procedures to discuss any deficiencies.
• Fosters good employee relations.
• Meets with members of the production team to offer recommendations and share results.
• Participates in teams to help make necessary improvements and changes to all process related issues in the production department.
• Compiles and stores quality data.
• Monitors product to ensure that they are manufactured with the emphasis on quality and strict adherence to specifications and standards.
• Maintains all ISO & QS requirements. Works closely with the Quality Manager in promoting quality and efficiency improvements.
• Establish the quality initiatives required to ensure customer satisfaction and consistency in manufacturing.
• Supports PPAP processes.
• Support new product development and dual qualification efforts using statistical methods
• Other related duties as assigned or required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• BS or MS degree in Paper Science, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or minimum of 3 to 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Black belt certified or willingness to certify within first 3 years in role
• Strong papermaking and technical background
• Sound mathematical and technical skills
• Strong leadership ability
• Flexible and positive attitude towards change
• Team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills as well as a good listener
• Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to think logically and methodically
• Ability to handle constant changes and multiple priorities efficiently and effectively
• Excellence Computer Skills, including Microsoft Suite and Minitab
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS & ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Be able to provide onsite support to both facilities

Pay Transparency Range: $80,000- $100,000 USD Annually/Hourly

Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.