Quality Engineer 2

Precision Castparts Corp.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly cash bonus plan

Paid time off (120 hours/year)

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Quality Engineer for its North Hollywood, CA operations. You will plan and conduct analysis, design, test, and integration to ensure quality of products and processes, liaising with internal staff, suppliers, and customers on QA matters.

The role emphasizes SPC, design reviews, and continuous improvement. A 3–5 year background in manufacturing quality is preferred; US work eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems; aerospace preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering or similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline as listed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct analysis, inspection, design, test, and integration to assure product quality.
• Perform quality engineering reviews for compliance with requirements and vendor quality manuals.
• Apply SPC methods to analyze data and evaluate processes and changes.
• Document data from QA activities and provide improvement recommendations.
• Lead training and communicate QA results to management and teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Organization & planning

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products, which include the PCC Industrial & Distribution Group, consist of specialized manufacturing businesses that produce fasteners, precision components, systems, tooling, and engineered system solutions for a diverse group of end customers in the automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products' manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership ensure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile:

Located in North Hollywood, CA, AvibankManufacturing, Inc.,a PCC Company, a part of the EngineeredProducts Group, is among the world's leading manufacturers specializing in the design and production of sophisticated fasteners and multi-component fastening systems and devices, solving difficult engineering and critical performance problems.

Position Summary:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for monitoring and improving the quality of our operational processes and outputs. The Quality Engineer’s responsibilities include designing quality standards, developing quality control systems, determining corrective actions, planning, and conducting activities concerned with the quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products. This position is a key liaison with internal staff, suppliers, and customers on Quality related matters.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans and conducts the analysis, inspection, design, test, and/or integration to assure the quality of assigned product or component.
• Performs quality engineering reviews of design documentation for compliance with stated requirements, including vendor quality manuals and company quality records.
• Applies statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes.
• Reviews all purchased products or components and provides input to the decision of whether to accept the product and future purchases from the vendor.
• Documents data obtained during all quality assurance activities, consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Develops new approaches to solve problems identified during quality assurance activities.
• Communicates significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provides recommended process improvements to management.
• Prepares reports to communicate involvement and results of quality assurance activities.
• Prepares and presents technical and program information to team members and management.
• Directs technical and administrative workers engaged in quality assurance activities.
• Maintains a working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards.
• Conducts internal audits identifying areas for improvement.
• Develops training documentation for specific processes in compliance with customer and quality requirements.

Required Skills:

• Trouble shooting skills with focus on process improvement
• Lean manufacturing basics
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft applications

Required Experience:

• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems; aerospace preferred
• Typically, 3-5 years of experience

Level of Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year College or university; in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering or related technical discipline.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $90,000 to $125,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.