Quality Engineer 1

Saft; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) retirement match

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

Saft is looking for a Quality Engineer 1 in Valdese, North Carolina, to support manufacturing quality initiatives. This entry-level role involves leading quality assurance activities, analyzing data for improvements, and educating colleagues on quality principles.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years in manufacturing and 5 years in quality roles. Benefits include generous compensation, healthcare, and a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in a manufacturing environment with 5 years in quality.
• ASQ quality engineer certification is a plus.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standard required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance activities in battery production.
• Analyze performance data to implement corrective actions.
• Educate others on quality tools and principles.

Skills

Quality principles

Statistical analysis software

FMEA

Control Plan

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Six Sigma certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

The Quality Engineer 1 role will provide quality support to the manufacturing plant through facilitation of quality initiatives in alignment with SES initiatives and report directly to the Quality Manager. This is an entry level position.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in defining, performing and supporting the quality assurance activities in specific cell and/or battery production.
• Create and apply FMEA and Control Plan methods to assure the robustness of new and existing battery designs and processes.
• Use statistical methods as appropriate to establish sampling and quality plans, determine process capability, implement control charts and inspections.
• Analyze cell, battery performance data and process measurement data for special cause conditions and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Use quality planning tools to ensure quality of new products; assist in design verification stage of new products and processes.
• Design and implement experiments to assist with process optimisation, problem resolution, and new product development.
• Contain and analyse customer returns and internal non-conforming materials; assist Customer Service team with complaint resolution.
• Complete internal ISO audits as assigned and work with audit teams to make the system more effective.
• Educate others on quality tools and principles.
• Perform/assist in incoming inspection activities.
• Document control as applicable to testing and inspection of products from incoming to packaging as per work instructions and quality plans.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is desired. Associate's degree in engineering with bachelor's degree in business or related field is applicable.
• ASQ quality engineer and Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Willingness to pursue certifications.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, with 5 years' experience in a quality role a must.
• Advanced knowledge of FMEA, control Plan, and SPC approach for risk mitigation.
• Practical knowledge and application of quality principles and requirements.
• Ability to interpret product engineering specifications and prints.
• Practical application of measurement tools and systems.
• Advanced experience with statistical analysis software and basic Microsoft office a plus.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standard required.
• Member of the internal audit team with knowledge of Quality Management Systems and used to internal audit tools.
• Work independently under the direction of standards. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Ability to influence change. Balancing and prioritization of activities.

Benefits

We offer a robust total rewards package that includes generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Key benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401(k) retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), short‑term disability, paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.