Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Description

Summary: The Manufacturing Quality Engineer ensures robust product and process control, leading problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing. Highlights: 1. Ensures strong product and process control aligned with Control Plan 2. Leads 8D problem-solving for internal and external concerns 3. Drives continuous improvement through process data analysis **Position Overview** The Manufacturing Quality Engineer ensures strong product and process control aligned with the Control Plan while partnering closely with production teams. This role also leads the 8D problem‑solving process for all internal and external concerns, ensuring timely and effective resolution. **Key Tasks** Ensure full compliance with Production Control Plans and maintain updated documentation throughout the program lifecycle. Verify proper use, calibration, and maintenance of measurement and test equipment, including “red rabbits” used for Poka‑Yoke validation. Collect, analyze, and react to manufacturing process data; maintain SPC capability studies and drive continuous improvement. Approve and maintain all quality documents for the production line/cell, such as Control Plans, Work Instructions, Boundary Samples, Appearance Books, and Rework/Inspection Instructions. Ensure proper containment, rework, and inspection processes for non‑conforming products while leading timely disposition. Lead problem‑solving and Fast Response activities, ensuring effective use of tools and timely 8D completion. Facilitate cross‑functional root‑cause resolution and coordinate internal sorting when required. Conduct process capability studies, recommend improvements based on findings, and verify effectiveness. Participate in FMEA reviews and updates. Supervise Manufacturing Process Quality Inspectors/Auditors and ensure the accuracy of inspections and audits. Exercise authority to stop any process or product delivery in cases of non‑conformance or safety/environmental risks. **Key Requirements** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical field. Strong communication and coordination skills. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and understand product‑specific quality requirements. Experience with quality and problem‑solving tools (8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone, SPC, Control Plans, FMEA, MSA, PPAP). Experience in manufacturing environments with understanding of production and process control methods.