Quality Engineer JOB DESCRIPTION: • Assists with corrective/preventive action processes (CARs, SCARs, RMAs, 8Ds, etc.) for suppliers, customers and internal processes. Provides and analyzes root-cause analysis associated with product/process issues. • Works closely with Engineering and Receiving Inspection teams to define and support requirements and activities for receiving inspection, measurement and testing of in-process and incoming raw material & assemblies. • Evaluates and analyzes production processes to continually improve product quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness. • Identifies, implements, and monitors appropriate metrics to measure quality of incoming and outgoing products, as well as internal manufacturing processes. • Implements statistical process control and appropriate quality measures. • Assists Purchasing department with supplier qualification and ongoing evaluation processes. • Coordinates APQP processes with suppliers and/or customers (FAIR, PAW, SPC, PPAP, etc.) • Works closely with human resources to define and support employee training requirements and activities related to the QMS. • Supports maintaining 3rd-party certification to ISO standards. • Conducts internal audits to ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 13485/9001, ANSI S20.20 / IPC / etc.) and Government Regulations (ITAR / EAR / etc.) where appropriate. • Trains inspectors and other designated staff members on IPC Acceptability Standards • All other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field or equivalent training & experience. • Two to Five years quality experience preferred in an electronics manufacturing environment. • Must have working knowledge of ISO-9001 or higher standards, and knowledge of APQP processes are strongly desired. • Demonstrable ability to work in MS Word/Excel to create and record inspection logs/reports and other quality documents. • Experience and knowledge of statistical inspection process and requirements. REQUIREMENTS: • Certified Expert / Trainer on IPC A-610/620 Standards for Acceptability of Electronic and Wire Harness Assemblies. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to effectively communicate with suppliers, customers, and cross-functionally across the organization. • Ability to quickly gain thorough knowledge and understanding of additional industry standards and government regulations as applicable. • Knowledge and experience with APQP processes (FMEA, Control Plan, MSA, SPC, PPAP, etc.). • Visits suppliers and customers as necessary. • Experience with source inspection and surveillance/audit activities at supplier’s facility. • Ability to identify and document supplier's quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective/preventive action. • Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems.

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