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Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION

The Quality/Process Engineer will lead important quality control, quality assurance, and process improvements initiatives, including product and material non-conformances, root cause analyses, corrective actions, lean implementation (Front to Back Initiatives), continuously reduction of waste, and implementation of safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvement activities. Working closely with manufacturing, R&D, sourcing, engineering & Maintenance, EHS, and outside vendors, this person plays an important role in ensuring product compliance, quality output, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement in safety, productivity and cost. Additionally, this person will contribute to ISO 9001:2015 efforts, ensuring adoption, compliance, and effectiveness throughout the organization.

JOB DUTIES

+ Promotes and follows all safety guidelines and procedures. Recommend safety improvements as needed.

+ Overall product quality. From raw materials to WIP to finished goods, the Quality/Process Engineer is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and addressing quality complaints and compliance.

+ Identify opportunities to improve and streamline process efficiency and effectiveness to continuously improve OEE.

+ Measure and continuously eliminate waste from the manufacturing process by implementing ITW Tool Box (Lean Practices).

+ Training in Quality and Operational Activities and Front to Back Toolbox.

+ Define Quality controls for the Manufacturing Processes and maintain registers of quality controls for audit processes

+ Implement Standard Operating Procedures, training material, and visual support for Manufacturing Processes to facilitate operations

+ Issue non-conformances (SCAR – CAR) – both internally and with outside vendors. Place materials on hold as needed.

+ Conduct root cause analyses for quality and operational issues, implementing corrective actions.

+ Develop and implement corrective actions. Follow up to determine if corrective actions have been effective.

+ Track quality complaints and non-conformances. Identify trends and opportunities. Generate monthly reports to share with management.

+ Show improvement in overall quality through reduction in complaints, non-conformances, improvement in customer satisfaction, etc.

+ Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with work instructions, quality specifications, and SOPs.

+ Identify opportunities and solutions for process improvements resulting in higher OEE.

+ Support vendor audit program, attending and conducting regular audits with our top suppliers when required.

+ Contribute to ISO 9001:2015 efforts across the organization. This includes semi-annual ISO audits, annual QMS audits, and management review meetings.

+ Develop a robust understanding of our products and manufacturing processes.

+ Manage/Operate process equipment and device calibration program.

+ Backup and support others operational roles

+ Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, technology, or related area.

+ 4-7 years of work experience in QC/QA and Continuous Improvements Roles; 2-3 years in chemical field.

+ Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

+ Self-starter with initiative and follow through.

+ Demonstrated peer leadership.

+ Experience with data analysis and reporting.

+ Results driven. Desire to show improvement and impact.

+ Team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done and pitch in where needed.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others. This person will partner with many departments and functional areas and will need to develop effective relationships.

+ Excellent communication skills with all levels of an organization. Clear communication and follow through are important for success.

+ Curiosity and ability to trouble shoot.

+ Computer literate and strong organization skills.

Compensation Information:

$0.00-$0.00

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