Senior Quality Engineer (Edgewood, MD)
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As a Senior Quality Engineer, you are responsible for product quality on assigned programs to ensure that customer contract requirements are fulfilled. You will routinely liaise with internal Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations departments as well as Field Service. The Sr. Quality Engineer may also interface with customers and potential suppliers. You'll be part of an organization expected to perform at the highest level with minimal errors, setting an example to the rest of the business unit to ensure they embrace the highest organizational standards.
Duties & Responsibilities Review of customer contracts, Statements of Work, Purchase Order Quality Clauses, drawings and specifications
Review and approval of quality requirements for Manufacturing Planning and Supplier Purchase Orders
Participate in QMS process management
Drive improvement
Analyze data to develop metrics and trends
Assist with establishing Root Cause of failures and defects
Assist with completion of customer issued Corrective Action as well as issuance and follow up of Internal CAR’s.
Comply with and ensure department compliance with all Company policies and procedures
Use of technical drawings, specifications, manufacturing work instructions, inspection procedures, and configuration control of documents
Experienced with Configuration Control Board (CCB), review of ECNs, drawings, source control specifications, test plans & reports
Good working knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experienced with practices associated with ISO 9000 Quality Management Systems
Investigation of non-conformances and continuous improvement techniques; e.g., RCCA, 8D, 5-Why, PFMEA
Perform other related duties as assigned
Capable of making decisions related to quality issues with minimal supervision
Ability to make complex decisions in an expeditious manner
Driving Results – The ability and motivation to persistently pursue and achieve effective results which drive business forward
Collaboration & Influencing – the ability to engage, challenge and work effectively with others
Driving Change – Willing and able to identify and support change and continuous improvement in own and wider business environment
Leading People – The ability to effectively lead and manage the performance of people by being a role model to others, monitoring progress on objectives and behaviors and coaching others for success.
Decision Making – The ability to make effective, timely decisions in a complex global market, by sourcing and analyzing critical information
Stakeholder Impact – the ability to build an effective network of relationships both internally and externally, understanding your customer’s needs
Commercial Orientation – the understanding and recognition of the organization’s commercial environment and position themselves, their role and their actions in order to support the organization’s commercial success.
Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
The Individual Education/Training:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field with 7+ years of experience; or equivalency experience and education allowing for successful execution of duties
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer desirable
Experience:
Experienced in First Article Inspection (FAI)
Familiar with typical ERP business system software
Proficient in MS Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and other CRM tools
Knowledge/Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize, be a self-starter
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
High energy, results oriented, self-motivated/self-reliant, team player
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface with an organization and customers at all levels
Ability to absorb and analyze a wide range of technical business information
- Location:
- Maryland, Usa