Salary
💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per year
About the role
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards for products and processes.
- Analyze production processes, identify issues, ensure compliance with quality standards, and seek continuous improvements.
- Work closely with production, design, and management to ensure quality across product development and manufacturing.
- Create and drive CAPA projects; determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
- Design and develop quality control systems, quality assurance plans, and inspection processes.
- Conduct internal and supplier audits.
- Ensure PPAPs are in place and approved prior to production for custom parts; address supplier escapes and internal turn-backs through CAPA.
- Identify and qualify alternate vendors for new supplier development; review engineering and manufacturing specifications.
- Create robust control plans; ensure PDP process is followed for new product introduction; evaluate beta test results and dealer feedback.
- Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other quality improvement methodologies; collaborate to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
- Maintain records of corrective actions, inspections, and quality audits; prepare quality metrics and reports.
- Develop and conduct tests to assess product quality, validate and calibrate testing equipment.
- Train staff in quality control procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Assurance, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in quality engineering or quality assurance, preferably in manufacturing.
- Six Sigma certification, or similar credentials are desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in quality control tools and software.
- In-depth knowledge of quality standards.
- Experience with quality methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and FMEA.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.