The Manufacturing Quality Engineer will be a key contributor to the quality organization and heavily influence the overall quality of the ZincFive family of products. The person in this role will mentor a staff of technicians on technical tasks. The position will report to the Quality Manager and will work onsite at ZincFive headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon.
Manufacturing Quality Engineer Job Duties:
Develop and document manufacturing processes for current and future products
Develop, implement, and monitor quality initiatives for manufacturing
Participate in FMEA for both product and process
Create Quality Control Plans for production lines
Develop and implement appropriate systems to measure product quality, department efficiency and productivity
Develop, report, and take action to improve metrics related to quality (i.e., cost of poor quality, customer complaints, product non-conformances, etc.).
Lead structured problem-solving activities (e.g., 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa) to resolve functional test failures, customer issues or audit findings, in a timely manner that prevents reoccurrence
Troubleshoot and analyze product failures and drive corrective/preventive actions
Perform and document internal audits
Advocate for and promote lean manufacturing principles
Supervise and mentor quality technicians
Own equipment calibration coordination
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience in a Manufacturing Quality Engineer role
Experience with quality inspection and testing of electro-mechanical products
Ability to read and understand schematics and PCB layout and mechanical drawings
Product or industry-specific experience such as battery backup or uninterruptible power supplies
Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements such as UL, IEEE, ISO 9000/9001
Knowledge of/experience using SAP or other CRM/ERP applications
Key Competencies:
Excellent problem solving and data collection/analysis skills
Planning and organizing
Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
Attention to detail
Good judgment
Solid decision-making
Customer service oriented
Teamwork
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work involves sitting, walking, and lifting up to 35 pounds
Domestic and international travel by car, airplane, bus & train
Requires close visual acuity, the ability to distinguish color, and the ability to hear within warehouse and office environments
Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.
In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.
ZincFive is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. ZincFive is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.