Senior Quality Engineer

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Paper Converting Machine Company in Green Bay, WI is seeking a Quality Engineer to lead corrective actions for manufacturing and supplier quality issues. You will analyze problems across welding, machining, assembly, and testing, and drive containment and root-cause actions onsite.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, document quality performance, and coach leaders in RCCA using 3 Legged 5 Why to implement permanent corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 5-10+ years of experience in a related manufacturing role such as Quality Engineering, Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Supplier Quality.
• Experience with engineering drawings, geometric and dimensional tolerancing, engineering and manufacturing requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Experience with coaching and sustaining Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) problem solving process (using problem solving tools like 3 Legged 5 Why – Process, Detection, Systemic).
• Experience successfully influencing, leading and directing others who are not direct reports.
• Experience working with internal & external customers to drive standard practices around true Root Cause Analysis using appropriate problem-solving tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and solve problems on quality issues across welding, machining, painting, assembly, and test areas.
• Investigate and correct internal, external and interplant supplier quality issues.
• Coordinate containment and corrective action activities.
• Document quality issues and quality performance for RCCA.
• Lead process audits and other quality systems projects.
• Understand drawings and specifications to assess conformance.
• Collaborate with leaders to communicate quality improvement plans and metrics.
• Coach leaders in RCCA using 3 Legged 5 Why to achieve permanent corrective actions.

Skills

RCCA 3-Why

Excel

PowerPoint

Pareto Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PPAP

PFEMA/Control Plans

LEAN

ISO 9001:2015

GD&T

Job description

About Us

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

The Quality Engineer will investigate, analyze, and lead corrective action for a wide variety of manufacturing and process issues related to our internal and external suppliers of parts and components. This position will collaborate with other departments, to resolve issues, prevent recurrence, and continuously improve quality culture and sustained product quality. This position is located in Green Bay, WI. This position will be required to be onsite full-time in Green Bay, WI. We are open to candidates that are interested in relocating to Green Bay.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Analyze and solve problems on a wide variety of quality issues related to manufacturing processes such as welding, machining, painting, assembly, and test as well as components in the areas of Machining, Fab/Weld, Assembly, and Supply Chain.
• Investigate and correct internal, external and interplant supplier quality issues.
• Coordinate containment and corrective action activities.
• Thoroughly document quality issues and quality performance for Root Cause & Corrective Action.
• Lead process audits and other quality systems related projects.
• Understand details of engineering drawings and specifications to aid in assessment of conformance or non-conformance of a variety of conditions in manufactured and commodity components.
• Work with various leaders, to facilitate problem solving, supplier corrective action, evaluation, development and communication of quality improvement plans and metrics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary leaders and colleagues to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Actively support continuous improvement efforts to drive quality and supplier excellence within all aspects of the Quality Management systems.
• Coach and train leaders and their team members as needed in Root Cause Analysis (using problem solving tools like 3 Legged 5 Why), resulting in permanent Corrective Actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 5-10+ years of experience in a related manufacturing role such as Quality Engineering, Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Supplier Quality.
• Experience with engineering drawings, geometric and dimensional tolerancing, engineering and manufacturing requirements, and engineering specifications.
• Experience with coaching and sustaining Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) problem solving process (using problem solving tools like 3 Legged 5 Why – Process, Detection, Systemic), resulting in implementation of permanent Corrective Actions.
• Experience successfully influencing, leading and directing others who are not direct reports.
• Experience working with both internal & external customers to drive standard practices around true Root Cause Analysis using appropriate problem-solving tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Demonstrated proficiency using Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) problem solving process such 3 Legged 5 Why.
• Demonstrated proficiency using MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of PPAP, PFEMA/Control Plans, LEAN, ISO Standards such as 9001:2015.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Pareto and Statistical Analysis.

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Engagement – Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Plans and Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not directly supervise other associates.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally Lift, move or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards Travel by air or car occasionally.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It’s not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills, and is subject to change at any time.

APPLYING TO

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

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