OverviewQuality Engineer IIResponsibilitiesThe Position:Support the local inspection activity, drive continuous improvement through data analysis, respond to issues leveraging a robust root cause analysis, and support definition of quality activities through procedural and instruction updates.
Inspection areas include receiving, in-process, final, or shipping inspection.
Quality Assurance infrastructure administration (including calibrated equipment, Stamp Control, ESD, Training Program, etc.)
- Support Change Control Board function through a technical and procedural review of engineering documentation (incl. Engineering Drawings, Acceptance Test Procedures, etc.)
- Supporting MRB through investigating non-conforming parts, collaborating with various departments (Design Engineering, Procurement, etc.), confirming discrepancy, and supporting a disposition.
- Support First Article Inspections per AS9102 at the Supplier and those produced internally.
- Liaise activity and provide technical support to the quality control inspectors.
- Performs root cause analyses to support the application of closed loop corrective action.
- Gather and analyze data to develop data-driven corrective actions plans for internal rejections, customer rejections, supplier issues, etc. prioritizing continuous improvement.
- Improve and implements quality operation procedures, work instructions, and quality planning.
- Support internal and external audit activity.
- Lead various improvement projects from idea creation to completion.
The wage range of $82,000 - $138,000 is just one component of Panasonic's total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives (please also ensure to include a full list of "other forms of compensation" applicable to any posting too, and this would include GEB, NQDC, commissions, profit-sharing, as just some illustrative examples).
What We're Looking For:- BS, BSEE or related Engineering degree. Equivalent Experience may be substituted for degree.
- 3-5 years of related experience.
- Aerospace Industry experience or other regulatory-governed experience.
- Experience leading 6S activities preferred.
- Experience with supporting Lean Manufacturing events preferred.
- Experience interpreting Engineering drawings and Acceptance Test Procedures at an advanced level.
- Demonstrated ability to function independently to resolve issues at an intermediate level.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with diverse personalities and build cooperative relationships at an advanced level.
- Fully proficient with MS Office Suite applications
- Demonstrated ability to have Clear, Concise and Effective communication skills.
- Fully proficient in mechanical measurement instruments and electrical instruments.
- Experience working in AS9100 and FAA compliant environment.
- Fully proficient with various root cause analysis methods.
- Lifting pushing, and/or pulling boxes and/or carts (dolly's) ranging from 5 to 50 pounds on a daily basis.
- Bending and twisting along with extended periods standing (25%), sitting (50%), and walking (25%) based on business requirements.
- Willingness to travel 5% or less.
Our Principles:Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude
What We Offer:At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
- Health Management and Wellbeing Programs - Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington's Family and Medical Leave program and Washington's Paid Sick Leave program.
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