Quality Engineer

Job ContentThe development, implementation, and execution of both the technical and procedural elements of the Lanco Group of Companies’ quality management system.Essential FunctionsCreation and/or continuous improvement of company quality standards, methods, and processes.Management of SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action) and ICAR (Internal Corrective Action) processes, tracing quality concerns to their root cause and establishing permanent countermeasuresActive participation in internal quality processes including but not limited to receiving inspection, first article inspection, nonconforming material control, and final inspection.Execution of quality system auditing both internally on-site and externally throughout Lanco’s supply baseParticipate in efforts to continuously improve product designs to bolster the achievement of quality expectations and strengthen product performance specificationsLead ISO9001 audit preparation among internal departments and foster the proper implementation of ISO9001 principles throughout the companyDraw insights from the “voices of the customer” reflected in warranty claims and create corrective actions to reduce warranty costsDevelopment of quality metrics to reflect business needs and ensure proper allocation of quality control resourcesEffective communication both inter- and intra-company to increase awareness of quality concerns and solicit the support of appropriate resourcesRemain compliant with all regulatory bodies and company policies as they apply to safe, environmentally conscious work practices, eliminating and/or reducing exposure to liabilityPrepares and presents site-based quality reports on a monthly basisMentor and develop junior members of quality team, providing technical and procedural guidanceQualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field.High competency within MS Office suite.3-5 years of applicable work experience.Technical literacy to read, interpret, and learn CAD models, engineering drawings/specifications, measuring devices, etc.Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products and other data systemsRequires knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and paint systemsDetail-oriented with an ability to judge component/assembly conformance to blueprints and other design specifications.Ability to observe, audit, document, and continuously improve processes.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and work rules/procedures.Competent in the proper selection and application of various measuring devices and equipmentAbility to monitor and utilize data to define quality performance and direct efforts of internal teams seeking the improvement of quality metricsAbility to accept and act upon constructive criticism to prioritize, organize, and solve quality-related problemsAbility to complete tasks independently, seeking continuous improvement of key metrics without the need for constant direct managementAbility to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with site and global functional teams, members of management, suppliers, and other employees.Physical and work environmentThis is a production classification, and employees work in a factory or warehouse environment with exposure to noise and machinery.Work involves considerable climbing, twisting, bending, squatting, and kneeling for long periods of time.May lift parts up to 50 lbs. and pull up to 20 lbs.Lanco is an equal opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.