Senior Quality Engineer

Position Summary

The primary activities include evaluating activities related to the analysis, measuring and monitoring of a product’s performance and manufacturing processes for the purpose of improving the quality of the product and the production process while identifying and reducing nonconformities, evaluating materials held for disposition, ensuring disposition is carried out, supporting special projects and delegate and organize the work load of the calibration and HFD processes between the mechanical Inspectors and to provide the necessary support to the Quality management system. Posted position does not allow for sponsorship or relocation support.

Essential Responsibilities

Develop Process Analysis; Cpk, Gauge R&R, Measurement Systems Analysis

Develop Test and Acceptance Criteria

Support and Participate in the ISO Process to Maintain and Insure Accreditation

Facilitate and support the development of Procedures and Work Instructions

Conduct statistical analysis for approval of new components

Participate on New and Current Supplier Evaluation

Collaborate Determining Training Requirements for Product and Processes

Specify and create Requisitions for Materials, Test Equipment, Calibration and Test Services

Create Budgetary AFE’s and Capital Projects

Provide Training on Root Causes Methodologies and Tools

Develop Process Maps and Workflows

Implement Corrective Actions and Root Cause Analysis

Monitor and analyze quality performance and implement controls and process improvement projects

Support and participate in the implementation of new technologies and special projects

Facilitate and support the development Job Hazard Analysis

Maintain and Generate Quality Graphs and Reports

Determine disposition and subsequent action for items received out of tolerance

Support and Facilitate Quality Internal Audits

Maintain and Manage HFD Data Base

Investigate Discrepant Supplier Items and Determine Appropriate Course of Action

Notify and Communicate with Purchasing, Production and Engineering on Discrepant Supplier

Items

Manage HFD Locations in CAL Lab Area

Ensure Equipment and Tool Calibrations are Carried Out

Maintain and Manage Calibration Records in Data Base

Evaluate Materials Held for Disposition and ensure disposition is carried out

Organize the workload of the calibration and HFD processes between the mechanical Inspectors

Interface between Management, Manufacturing, Production, Shop Supervisors and Shop Personnel

Involve Interaction with Test Labs, Material and Equipment Suppliers

Develop Departments Project Plans and Individual Goals

Identify Equipment Needs for the Quality Assurance Department

Identify and Implement Training and Cross Training Requirements for Department

Trouble Shoot and Root Cause Analysis of Manufacturing Discrepancies

Available to Answer Technical Questions from Management, Engineers, Operators and Assemblers

Minimum Qualifications

BS Degree in Engineering, Quality or Industrial preferred

5 years of experience Quality assurance experience in Quality Management systems

Experience with monitoring and controls of a calibration system

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Ability to Interact on a Regular Basis with Management and Shop Personnel

Project Management experience, leading multi-disciplined teams

Project involvement and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities

Proven track record of completing process improvements from conception through final implementation and ramp-up

Ability to Requisition and Order Materials and Services Electronically

Ability to Analyze Problems, Determine Root Cause and Take Effective Corrective Action

Implement the Necessary Quality and Statistical Tools that Provide Process Monitoring and Improvement

Working & Environmental Conditions

The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There will be some work in a shop environment and exposure to the elements of our shop. Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities.

It is the policy of Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, carry or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; talk or hear; walk; sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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