Quality Engineer

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer with expertise in the plastics mfg. industry. As a Quality Engineer, your role will involve ensuring product quality, implementing quality assurance measures, and driving continuous improvement. You will develop quality standards, conduct inspections, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and exceed customer expectations. Looking for strong ISO 9001 background at a minimum. A background in the medical industry is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement industry-specific quality standards and procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Analyze quality data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Design and implement quality control plans, including inspection criteria and test methods.
• Monitor process performance using statistical techniques.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Train employees on quality assurance principles and practices.
• Conduct supplier quality assessments and address quality-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer in the extrusion or film industry.
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards and quality management systems.
• Strong understanding of extrusion or film manufacturing processes and requirements.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.