Our client is in search of an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer for a full-time direct hire opportunity. This client is located in Agawam, MA and this position is 100% onsite.
SUMMARY
The role of the Quality Assurance Engineer is to drive a culture of quality with team members in the Quality department across all areas within the company. They are responsible for maintaining the Quality program to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products by performing the duties identified below. The Quality Assurance Engineer is a detail oriented, organized, dependable team player within GAC. The engineer demonstrates proficiency in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures as well as relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, other duties may be assigned as required.
Supplier Quality Assurance: Responsible for maintaining an ongoing program with GAC suppliers which will address all aspects of quality.
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and the Purchasing team.
Update supplier database with updated records frequently.
Evaluation and selection
Qualifications
Yearly Assessment
Performing logistics tasks, such as communicating with suppliers when parts don't meet quality standards or requirements.
Submit requests for corrective action as well as obtain and assess supplier responses.
Assess supplier first piece samples.
Visiting supplier facilities to ensure they uphold quality standards.
Assurance / Compliance: Ensure compliance to all company and applicable customer standards.
Applies the competency in new or complex situations and advises others.
Participate in Certification Audits - ISO9001; AS9100; Type Approval
Product / Organization Compliance
Assist in audits, training, and improvements anywhere needed including product, process and system audits
Assist in maintenance and improvements to quality system to meet company and customer goals.
Calibration: Assist with the operation of the calibration system.
Assign and control issuance of calibration, inspection and test equipment.
Assist in controlling maintenance of equipment.
Assist in recalling and calibrating equipment.
Write calibration procedures.
Provide training and supervision relating to the proper use of calibration equipment.
Inspection:
Performs inspections and sets inspection specifications of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.
Assists in developing quality control policies and evaluates product limitations.
Production: Support all Production areas.
Work to assist with any product / process related issues to improve process quality. Communicate with other departments to facilitate results.
Provide statistical information for quality improvement by identifying testing methods and sample plans.
Monitor processes by implementing and supporting statistical process controls.
Aid in troubleshooting defective products.
Promote the use of industry preferred techniques for continuous improvement of products and processes. For example, Six-Sigma and Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing).
Aid in Scrap Reduction efforts.
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.Adaptability: Adapts to widely varied needs
Analytical: Good math skills with the ability to analyze process, supplier, and customer product with statistical tools.
Attention to Detail: Proposes tools and methods to ensure accuracy when completing complex tasks
Collaborating with Others: Fosters collaboration with exceptional listening skills
Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Continuous Improvement: Knowledgeable in lean principles and continuous improvement tools
Decision Making: Makes complex decisions in the face of ambiguity
Independence: Able to work independently and within a dynamic and collaborative, cross-disciplined, environment
Organized: Good organizational and project management skills
Problem Solving: Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to solve complex problems
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
BS in Engineering. 4 -7 years of related work experience preferred.
Should have knowledge of electronic / electro-mechanical testing and assembly processes including electronic assembly automation and solder methods.
ISO9001 and AS9100 (or equivalent) experience required.
Proficient in applicable analytical software and Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.
Additional software application knowledge, such as statistical analysis tools, a plus.
Pay Range: 70,000-85,000
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision as well as 401K contributions.