Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer

Requirements

• BS engineering, chemistry, materials science, metallurgy, or other technical degree from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated Continuous Improvement skills resulting in significant cost savings. Six Sigma or Lean Sigma GB/BB certification desired
• Previous experience of 3 years’ or more in quality engineering, preferably in a metals manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 quality systems; experienced auditor a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience with customer complaints, corrective actions and 8Ds
• Ability and willingness to travel to Materion facilities, customers, and vendors. Domestic travel is expected at 10% to 20% depending on changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Quality leader for assigned area(s). Develop and execute an annual Quality plan for each assigned area including goals, training and internal audits. Serve as the subject matter expert about Quality issues for assigned areas.
• Help manage and improve the AS9100D / ISO9001:2015 quality system. Maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of the AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 quality standard.
• Manage customer complaints, material reviews, and 8D’s in assigned areas.
• Participate in or facilitate corrective action teams to identify and implement improvements and permanent corrective actions.
• Prepare reports and presentations in support of customer, manufacturing or vendor issues. Reports on the status of activities and key quality metrics. Participates in area meetings to review Quality metrics and activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in metallurgy, engineering, chemistry, or materials science is preferred for this position.
• Six Sigma or Lean Sigma GB/BB certification desired.