Sr. Quality Engineer

MKS Instruments; California, Irvine (MO, CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Quality Engineer, where you will lead quality initiatives in optical manufacturing. This role offers the chance to drive a culture of zero-defect quality and troubleshoot complex issues, ensuring excellence in production processes. You will collaborate with various teams to implement proactive improvements and uphold ISO standards. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those passionate about quality engineering and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA Engineering experience in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Comprehensive understanding of ISO 9001-2015 Quality System Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality activities for key customers and internal projects.
• Drive a Culture of Zero-Defect Quality with the Optical Fabrication team.

Skills

QA Engineering

ISO 9001-2015

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

8D Problem Solving

FMEA

PPAP

Gage R&R

DFx

DOE

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Material Science Degree

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Senior Quality Engineer at Newport /MKS Company located in Irvine, CA you will partner with Newport Precision Optics Manufacturing to lead the Quality activities for key customers and internal projects. In this role, you will report to the Technical Director, Quality Engineering.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Work closely with the Optical Fabrication team, drive a Culture of Zero-Defect Quality.
• Troubleshoot customers issues using structured 8D problem solving methods and diagnosing potentially complex issues. Drive critical issues with urgency and effectively communicates solutions to customers.
• Review and update QMS procedures as per ISO 9001-2015 guidelines.
• Lead Site Equipment Calibration and Return of Materials Processes. Must be comfortable working in clean room environment.
• Continuously interface with Operations, D&E, and Production Support teams to implement proactive improvements to quality.
• Lead pFMEA, process audits and related control plan activities.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 10 % of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring:

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, material science, or equivalent discipline.
• 5+ years of QA Engineering experience working in fast paced manufacturing.
• Experience with Quality and Reliability methodologies and tools such as PPAP, 8D, FAI, FMEA, DMAIC, Gage R&R, DFx, DOE, Six Sigma, etc.
• Comprehensive understanding of ISO 9001-2015 Quality System Standards.
• Experience with Lean, 6S, zero-defect manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and tools, with focus on continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills: (Optional)

• Experience with thin film coating.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5-2009 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience with optical components fabrication, grinding, polishing, metrology.
• Knowledge of process development with SQC/SPC.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the following are considered material job duties of the position:

• Ability to take and follow directions and instructions.
• Ability to interact with other employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, or the public, in a safe, professional, and respectful manner.
• Access to sensitive and confidential business systems and software, personally identifying information, the company's financial information, and/or the ability to maintain physical security and safety.
• Because this position involves the above material job duties, trustworthiness, reliability, and good judgment also are material job duties.

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range:78,400.00 - 145,600.00 USDper year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

MKS will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act for Employers.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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