Quality Engineer - Grand Rapids, MI

Amphenol Corp; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Holidays

Job summary

Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT) in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure customer requirements are planned and implemented during purchasing, inspection, and product launch. You will collaborate with Programs, Operations, and Engineering to identify problems, investigate causes, and drive effective solutions to improve quality and efficiency.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 5+ years of quality experience, plus proficiency in Excel and knowledge of Lean Six

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering; 5+ years quality experience.
• Quality Engineer certification preferred.
• Experience in lean six sigma manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience using Lean Six Sigma tools (FMEA, Fishbone, 5 Why, 8D, Value Stream Map).
• Excellent problem-solving, statistical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures customer requirements are planned and implemented during purchasing, inspection, and launching of products.
• Leads problem identification and implements corrective actions to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Drives continuous improvement by monitoring KPIs and applying structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Supports QMS compliance with AS and ISO standards.
• Participates in new product introductions using APQP tools to assure launch success.

Skills

Problem solving

Statistical analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication (verbal & written)

Lean Six Sigma

APQP

FMEA

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

APQP

FMEA

Job description

The Quality Engineeris responsible to ensure customer requirements are planned and implemented during the purchasing, inspection, and launching of products. The Quality Engineerworks closely with Programs, Operations, and Engineering and leads the initiative to identify problems, investigate causes, and recommend/implement solutions that improve product quality and production efficiency. The Quality Engineerfocuses on identifying trends that adversely affect the quality of products, driving timely and sustainable improvements through the effective application of problem-solving methodologies and tools with limited supervision from management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Quality Requirements
  • Uses high level competency of industry specifications (IPC, J-STD, AS, ISO, Mil-STD, etc.) and practices to flow customer contractual requirements to all departments.
  • Supports internal QMS efficiency and ensures compliance with AS and ISO standards.
• Process Validations
  • Participates in new product introductions using APQP tools to assure launch success
  • Validates processes through Quality Assurance Control.
  • Identifies control methods for manufacturing processes by performing and updating FMEAs.
• Issue Identification
  • Leads core teams using structured process improvement methodology to identify opportunities for improvement by monitoring key performance metrics.
  • Identify and monitor critical manufacturing processes, raising the alarm when necessary and implementing solutions and countermeasures to ensure consistent production of quality products.
• Problem Solving
  • Utilizes problems solving methodologies to determine root causes of problems and implement effective and sustainable solutions.
  • Leads as an essential member of the Corrective Action team. Able to drive systemic resolution for complex problems. Consistently uses the Corrective Action Request (CAR) or Corrective Action Preventative Action (CAPA) process to address and solve issues.
  • Verifies effectiveness of problem resolution by monitoring production performance after solution implementation.
• Development
  • Gains and maintains professional and technical expertise by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies.
• Performs any other task as requested by Manager

Job Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering, preferred, and at least 5 years of relevant quality experience
• Quality Engineer certification, preferred
• Experience in lean six sigma manufacturing environment, preferred
• Experience utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools (FMEA, Fishbone, 5 Why, 8D, Value Stream Map, Process Flow, A3, etc.)
• Experience using Quality tools and practices
• Excellent Problem Solving, Statistical and Analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About our Company

Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high-reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company’s industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario.

Benefits We Offer

At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full-time employees. Highlights include:

UNITED STATES

• Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
• Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) match
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Company-Paid Short Term Disability

CANADA

• Full benefits package
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Pension plan
• Paid parental leave

Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.