Quality Engineer

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer is responsible to develop, implement and maintain the Quality Assurance systems and programs. This position works closely in a team environment to design, develop, improve, document, and maintain existing quality processes in a variety of areas from cutting and forming raw steel through final shipment of product.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes proven lean manufacturing based analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills/abilities to identify opportunities for cost reduction, lead-time reduction, inventory reduction and quality improvement while improving employee safety.
• Collects and analyzes data to identify root cause of problems and implement corrective action measures for improvement.
• Acts as a key member on the project development/implementation team for new/existing products and process.
• Communicates information to internal and external customers regarding Corrective Action, Containment, Continuous Improvement, Questionnaires and Audits.
• Interfaces with Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Customers and Suppliers to clarify specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Develops, implements and maintains inspection systems to ensure product acceptance.
• Initiates, monitors and verifies Corrective Action Requests.
• Performs independent work to ensure that poka-yoke techniques are launched during the product and process design phases as a means to address quality issues.
• Develops documentation for new and current products to include engineering drawings, specifications, ARI’s, quality checklists, BOMs, Routings, Estimates, etc.
• Represents the department and company during meetings with external customers or suppliers.

 

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to multi-task with excellent time management, problem prevention and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and abstract reasoning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Location(s)2501 Valleyhigh Drive NW, Rochester, Minnesota 55901
Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Quality Engineering, other related Engineering field or equivalent field experience is required.
• American Society for Quality (A.S.Q.) certification is a plus.
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, painting, or assembly is preferred.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and communicate print specifications as necessary.