JOB SUMMARY We are looking for a Quality Engineer to monitor and improve the quality of our operational processes and outputs. This position is primarily responsible for ensuring products and processes meet established quality standards by identifying shortfalls, developing corrective measures, and implementing quality control systems as required. A successful Process Quality Engineer should be self-motivated, driven, and have excellent troubleshooting skills and be able to ensure that processes and products consistently meet established quality standards, while staying focused on problem resolution and continual improvement to support the production and inspection teams when questions arise.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Performs X-RAY validations and assists in decision making processes for acceptability of the product based on X-RAY results. * Develops Quality Attribute Plans by identifying critical criteria for inspection. * Performs internal supplemental audits to verify that facility records and processes (e.g. equipment, training files, etc.) are in conformance to applicable SOP and AS9100, ISO13485 and NADCAP standards. * Assists in the development of statistical methods for control of processes. * Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly reporting on quality metrics to management, highlighting areas of success and improvement. * Interprets new and revised customer drawings for Mil Spec and other requirements as needed. * Collaborates with the Engineering & Production teams to understand product requirements and quality standards. * Implements actions resulting from RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action). * Evaluates the effectiveness of actions resulting from RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action). * Enforces best practices for ESD, MSD, handling, 6S, and overall documentation. * Performs other duties or special projects as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field; (Electrical preferred) -or- * 3-5 years' experience in Electronics Manufacturing or PCB industry or similar fields, preferably with at least 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality assurance, or a similar role. * Knowledge of manufacturing monitoring and MRP systems. * Understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control). * Knowledge of military/aerospace, medical device, CAPA and continuous improvement is desired. * Excellent project management skills.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS * CIT (Certified IPC Trainer) is desired, IPC-610 and/or J-STD-001 Certification is required. * ASQ certification preferred, or a Technical Certificate / CQE Certification is desired.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.