Quality Process Engineer

SUMMARY:

The Quality Process Engineer will ensure improved quality performance and enhanced customer satisfaction through management and continual improvement of the Ross Aluminum quality management system. They will provide technical expertise in quality management tools and systems, as well as lead internal audits and training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIILITIES:

The Quality Process Engineer will provide technical expertise for improving existing processes with regards to safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Maintains and administrates the Ross Aluminum Quality Management System to ensure continued conformance with the AS9100/ISO9001 and NADCAP standards, and any special customer requirements.

Works with internal processes to ensure capability and conformity to customer requirements and specifications. Lead continual improvement teams in the planning and execution of focused events and projects. Designs and implements new methods, procedures, practices, or controls that will positively impact process repeatability, efficiency and reduce defects and scrap.

Collaborates with process owners and functional area managers to write new procedures and work instructions to ensure quality system documentation is adhered to and maintained. Work closely with management in the operations, sales, and other functional areas to implement necessary changes to procedures, practices, and process documentation. Other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must possess a thorough knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality system standards. Experience in APQP, including development and maintenance of PPAP, Control Plans and PFMEA. Six-sigma green belt certification (minimum) with proven experience in its usage and success. Experience in performing capability studies and measurement systems analysis (MSA).

Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels and drive change. Must be willing to work in a team setting. Must be detail-oriented, organized and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Knowledge of statistics and statistical tools, such as Minitab. Must be able to work outside normal business hours/days, as needed.

Able to prepare, read and interpret written reports, instructions, procedures and guidelines. Proficient in personal computer operation and MS Office applications. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, suppliers and customers.

Able to safely lift up to 40 pounds without assistance. Able to identify and safely use slings and hoists. Able to maintain acceptable punctuality and attendance record. Able to maintain confidentiality, and use discretion in the pursuit of company objectives. Able to manage and schedule multiple priorities and deadlines. Able to work flexible hours and overtime, as necessary.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three (3) years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with a certified quality management system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The plant noise levels are occasionally loud, and the temperature inside the facility will vary throughout the year.

This document is intended to be the minimum requirements for all Ross Aluminum employees and will be guidelines for determining the competency for all maintenance positions.