Quality Engineer I: New Parts & Process Improvement

Barnes Aerospace; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace West Chester Division is seeking a Quality Engineer to integrate new parts into the quality system, collaborate with customers and internal teams, and prepare First Article and VSE documentation for review. The role includes development of quality standards, supplier audits, and data-driven process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, strong communication, and familiarity with Lean and quality tools.

Qualifications

• One+ years of related experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in an overhaul and repair environment.
• Preferred experience in performing audits and being audited.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, suppliers and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work with team environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodology (6-sigma, 5-S, Continuous Improvement) a plus.
• Experience with APQP and PPAP a plus
• Experience with Auto CAD.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Integrate new parts into the quality system, coordinating with customers and internal groups.
• Plan and execute activities related to the development, application and maintenance of quality standards for processing materials into finished materials or product.
• Prepare the First Article and VSE package for Quality Manager and customer review.
• Work with Purchasing to develop purchase orders with First Article of VSE requirements.
• Develop and analyze statistical data and specifications to indicate present product and process standards and establish proposed quality reliability expectancy of finished product.
• Investigate and provide solutions to problems for processes and product non-conformance.
• Perform quality audits of processes, products and workstations.
• Perform quality audits of suppliers and potential suppliers.
• Create statistical quality systems, such as trend analysis to control and/or improve processes.
• Make decisions that could cause/prevent program or product delays and affect costs and overall system quality.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School diploma

BS degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Technology

Statistical Process Control background

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Barnes Aerospace West Chester Division is seeking a Quality Engineer to integrate new parts into the quality system, collaborate with customers and internal teams, and prepare First Article and VSE documentation for review. The role includes development of quality standards, supplier audits, and data-driven process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience, strong communication, and familiarity with Lean and quality tools.