Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc
JOB SUMMARY
The Quality Engineer supports line managers in product and process quality planning. This position helps improve processes that affect product quality, devises product quality audit methods, special quality studies, failure investigations and feedback of quality information to management. This position will be responsible for development and improvement of specific office and manufacturing processes as determined by business priorities.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in design and quality requirement reviews
Conducts training programs on general product knowledge, use of special test equipment and inspection techniques.
Assists in assuring on-going ISO 9001 registration requirements are met
Makes decisions defining, modifying or restricting processes
Designs product and process quality audit tools
Conducts special studies and investigations related to problem solving and problem prevention
Reports to management on the level of quality and cost-related nature of quality problems at various stages of corporate processes
Directs analysis of field failures and in-plant test failures in order to establish basic causes of defect and implement preventive actions
Conducts cost of quality analyses
Advises on the audit/inspection function
Evaluates processes for improvement and subsequent controls to minimize inspection activities
Interface with customers to address problems and evaluate the Company's performance
Leads employees and teams in process development and improvement
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
An excellent team player with strong people skills; able to build relationships at all levels of the organization
Effective communication skills, including verbal (logical and organized), written, listening and presentation
Strong process analysis and documentation skills required
Ability to perform principle responsibilities requires collaboration with other functional groups in order to gather information, make decisions and implement
Use of statistical tools to resolve problems and targeting processes for preventative controls
Balance technical knowledge and QA process management methods with strong consulting skills appropriate for leading change in the evolving organizational climate
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Preferred Education / Experience
Progressively responsible experience in a relevant engineered-product environment
Related background in continuous improvement activities including SPC techniques
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Working Relationships
Functional Leaders: Engineering, Human Resources, Sales Operations, Sourcing.
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Working Conditions
Shop-floor and office environment, located on large manufacturing campus
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
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PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in design and quality requirement reviews
Conducts training programs on general product knowledge, use of special test equipment and inspection techniques.
Assists in assuring on-going ISO 9001 registration requirements are met
Makes decisions defining, modifying or restricting processes
Designs product and process quality audit tools
Conducts special studies and investigations related to problem solving and problem prevention
Reports to management on the level of quality and cost-related nature of quality problems at various stages of corporate processes
Directs analysis of field failures and in-plant test failures in order to establish basic causes of defect and implement preventive actions
Conducts cost of quality analyses
Advises on the audit/inspection function
Evaluates processes for improvement and subsequent controls to minimize inspection activities
Interface with customers to address problems and evaluate the Company's performance
Leads employees and teams in process development and improvement
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
An excellent team player with strong people skills; able to build relationships at all levels of the organization
Effective communication skills, including verbal (logical and organized), written, listening and presentation
Strong process analysis and documentation skills required
Ability to perform principle responsibilities requires collaboration with other functional groups in order to gather information, make decisions and implement
Use of statistical tools to resolve problems and targeting processes for preventative controls
Balance technical knowledge and QA process management methods with strong consulting skills appropriate for leading change in the evolving organizational climate
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Preferred Education / Experience
Progressively responsible experience in a relevant engineered-product environment
Related background in continuous improvement activities including SPC techniques
Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Working Relationships
Functional Leaders: Engineering, Human Resources, Sales Operations, Sourcing.
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Working Conditions
Shop-floor and office environment, located on large manufacturing campus
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
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