Samtec

Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE)

Samtec • $70K — $95K *
New Albany, IN 47150In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Process Engineering, Quality Assurance, or Operations Management
  • Familiar with ISO/TS or Automotive Quality systems
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing techniques like LEAN and 5S
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to sit for extended periods without symptoms of sensory deprivation

Responsibilities

  • Initiate projects to improve product, process, quality systems, and yields
  • Develop and implement sustainable systems for quality improvement
  • Utilize advanced measurement tools to analyze results
  • Create and review plans for product transfers within the company
  • Train personnel on measurement and test equipment
  • Guide Manufacturing Quality Support personnel
  • Monitor and report KPIs through various communication methods
  • Analyze data to identify problems and propose solutions
  • Investigate quality issues with root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Maintain relevant Work Instructions, SOPs, and Training Documents
  • Audit manufacturing processes for compliance with standards

Benefits

  • Opportunity for continuous professional development
  • Chance to impact product quality and customer satisfaction
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Exposure to advanced quality measurement techniques
  • Engagement with complex engineering challenges
Full Job Description
Description

Position at Samtec, Inc

Summary/Objective: The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for improving the engineering, manufacturing, and quality of products. The primary focus is to address complex issues that affect product quality and/or customer satisfaction by developing and implementing systems and process changes required for improving overall quality performance and sustainable results.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Initiate projects related to product, process, quality systems, or yield improvement based on internal and external quality indicators.
  • Develop and implement systems that improve quality and ensure sustainable results, therefore driving continuous improvement.
  • Use advanced measurement tools, techniques, and test equipment and be able to understand and analyze results.
  • Create and review qualification plans for inner company product transfers (Process Review, Test Plan Development, PCN, etc.)
  • Serve as a training resource for above mentioned measurement and test equipment, ensuring respective personnel understand their operation.
  • Provide guidance and training to Manufacturing Quality Support personnel in the respective area.
  • Monitor and report daily/weekly/monthly KPI's via meetings, email, and End of Month reports.
  • Analyze data required to understand a problem and develop solutions. This includes, but is not limited to: quality data, manufacturing process data, dimensional data, engineering data, training records, audit results, etc.
  • Investigate and appropriately document quality problems using root cause analysis methods and identify robust corrective actions.
  • Create and maintain all relevant Work Instructions, SOP's, Training Documents, and Workmanship Standards
  • Use quality tools such as failure analysis, root cause analysis, DOE, PFMEA, SPC, and others, to identify the source of a problem, correct the problem, and prevent future occurrences on same or similar products.
  • Identify and coordinate containment of any nonconforming materials
  • Audit manufacturing processes for compliance to quality, manufacturing, and engineering standards. Work with the relevant parties to develop plans to address non-conforming audit results.

*The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position.
*Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.

Required Experience:
  • 5+ Years' experience in Process Engineering, Quality Assurance Engineer, or Operations Management is required.
  • Experience with ISO/TS or Automotive Quality systems is ideal.
  • Must be familiar with Manufacturing techniques such as LEAN & 5S
  • Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously as priorities can change very quickly.
  • Lifting Requirements: Medium Work - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
  • Must be able to sit for more than 90 consecutive minutes, and not suffer from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.

Preferred Experience:
  • Electronic industry experience is highly desired.
  • Experience with ISO 9001 / IATF 16949, or Mil/Aero/Medical quality systems highly desired.
  • Knowledge of IPC 610, IPC 620, or J-STD-001 desired.

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, other) is required.

Preferred Education:
  • Six Sigma or Problem Solving background desired.


About Samtec

Samtec is a privately held $822MM global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. With 40+ locations serving approximately 125 countries, Samtec?s global presence enables its unmatched customer service. Samtec designs and manufactures products, including connectors, cable assemblies, and system solutions, for all markets and applications, including data center, telecommunications, industrial, medical, military, aerospace, and automotive industries.
Learn more about Samtec
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1976
* Ladders Estimates

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