$80-$95K
SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer with a strong technical background in mass production processes and quality assurance for the telecommunications and automotive industry . The ideal candidate will ensure that production processes are efficient, reliable, and meet the highest quality standards. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end production and design process, driving continuous improvements, and ensuring that products comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
o Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering , or a related technical field.
Experience:
o Minimum 5 years of experience in mass production and quality assurance
roles within the telecommunications industry or similar hardware
manufacturing sectors.
o Proven experience with large-scale production, quality control techniques, and
industry best practices.
Technical Skills:
o Strong understanding of telecommunication products and their
manufacturing processes.
o Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS), such as ISO 9001 , TL
9000 , or similar.
o Knowledge of lean manufacturing , Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical
process control (SPC) .
o Hands-on experience with failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) , root
cause analysis (RCA) , and implementing corrective actions.
o Proficiency in production software tools and quality analysis software (e.g.,
Minitab, SAP, etc.).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Quality Control:
o Implement and monitor quality control systems for mass production, ensuring compliance with telecommunications industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, TL 9000).
o Develop and oversee in-line and final product inspection procedures to ensure product quality throughout the production process.
o Perform root cause analysis and corrective action for defective products and processes, driving quality improvement initiatives.
Mass Production Process Optimization:
o Lead the setup, monitoring, and improvement of mass production processes to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
o Collaborate with the design and engineering teams to transition products from development to high-volume production.
o Develop and optimize assembly line processes for telecom hardware and components, ensuring scalability and repeatability.
o Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies to enhance production efficiency and quality.
Supplier Quality Management:
o Work closely with suppliers to ensure the quality of materials and components used in production.
o Establish and manage incoming inspection protocols for raw materials, ensuring supplier compliance with quality specifications.
Compliance and Standards:
o Ensure all production processes comply with regulatory standards, including telecom-specific certifications and international quality standards.
o Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telecommunications regulations and work closely with the compliance team to ensure ongoing adherence.
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Continuous Improvement & Reporting:
o Analyze production data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to continually improve product quality and production performance.
o Prepare and present reports on quality metrics, defects, production yields, and improvement initiatives to management.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
o Partner with R&D, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure new products are manufacturable at scale with high-quality standards.
o Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure manufacturability and contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.