Quality Engineer - Manchester, United States - Durez Corp

Description

Job Description

General Purpose:

This position will support activities surrounding the Phenolic, Epoxy, Diallyl Phthalate and Silicone thermoset moldable composite business. This position will be responsible in assisting with the development of Quality systems, procedures and controls to ensure that products consistently meet performance and quality specifications and standards (ISO/IATF/AS). Responsible for assisting the Quality Manager in root cause analysis and corrective actions. Creating Control Plans and inspection plans for existing and new product development. Work with Suppliers to resolve quality issues on raw materials, products and services. Participates in Lean and Six Sigma projects

Essential Functions:

Responsibilities that are requirements in order to perform the job:

• Investigate product quality problems, determine root cause, gather and analyze data and implement corrective action to reduce or eliminate cause
• Perform process capability studies for manufacturing process improvement
• Perform Measurement System Analysis (Gage R&R)
• Assist the QM in creating Quality Control Plans and Inspection plans
• Coordinate and leads investigations regarding RMAs and customer complaints to identify and effectively resolve problems in timely manner
• Monitor and/or perform quality activities for part acceptance including First Article Inspection and PPAPs (AIAG Core Tools)
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Assembly operations to identify and resolve production and quality system deficiency
• Assist the QM in helping to facilitate continuous improvement and learning across all functional areas through training and communication of quality initiatives
• Conduct internal audits to assess effectiveness of the Quality Management System
• Collaborate with Engineering department to support new product development and design through design verification activities
• Assist the QM to manage quality metrics and present findings and recommendations to the management review team
• Collaborate with Purchasing department to work with vendors and suppliers relating to quality issues
• Participate in assessing potential new suppliers and help improve the entire supply chain
• Conduct on-site quality and process assessments at suppliers when required
• Ensure effective and timely closure on all Supplier Corrective Actions
• Provide mentoring and assistance to other Quality personnel
• Responsible to maintain a clean and safe working environment & GMP requirements
• Lead and facilitates Lean and Six Sigma projects using the RCI system
• Handles all projects assigned by QM within the scope of the position
• Assist process engineers and customers with troubleshooting
• Assist Quality Manager with corrective/preventative action and 8D root cause analysis
• Assist Quality Manager with internal and external audits

Supportive functions:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions based on business needs:

• Interacts with Engineering, Maintenance, and Technical, Purchasing, Quality, Safety, Accounting, Human Resources, contractors and others

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Technical Expertise
• Planning and Organization
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Innovation
• Critical Information Seeking
• Results Oriented
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Adaptability
• Teamwork
• Decision-Making
• Ability to communicate to peers and management clearly and effectively

Education/Experience Guidelines:

• Bachelor's degree required (at a minimum) in a related field such as BS Industrial / Chemical / Manufacturing Engineering
• Machine shop, fabrication, or assembly background preferred
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Must be able to acquire and analyze data using statistical tools
• Auditing background is a plus
• Knowledgeable with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools
• Programming and operating CMM a plus
• Good organizational skills required

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:

Sumitomo Bakelite North America Holding Inc., and all its affiliate companies, is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, familial status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.