Quality Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality standards, methods, instructions, and quality planning on assigned programs. The role includes performing supplier surveys, internal audits, and process audits. The Quality Engineer will support engineering, manufacturing, program management, and quality groups, and will be actively involved in continuous improvement initiatives and customer/supplier interactions.

POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

• Review customer Purchase Order and Contract requirements to communicate quality requirements to responsible departments.
• Perform internal and process audits, as assigned.
• Provide technical direction and support to inspection.
• Review and approve drawings and product build (work orders) documentation.
• Review product discrepancies in manufacturing, perform investigations and coordinate with manufacturing and engineering to resolve problems.
• Document, track and communicate Quality Plans, test results, analysis & unresolved problems.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports
• Represent Quality Assurance in day-to-day communication with customers and suppliers, including certifications, data, and corrective actions.
• Perform supplier surveys, as assigned.
• Review supplier purchase requisitions and apply appropriate quality requirements.
• Support assigned Quality Assurance tasks, as required.
• Support the company’s training program by creating, reviewing, and updating training materials.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.