1-5 years of experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing for Level I; 5+ years for Level II
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
Ability to work closely with a functionally integrated team
Six Sigma certification and/or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred
Proficient in technical documentation and quality reporting
Responsibilities
Conduct routine quality inspections to ensure adherence to standards
Document and maintain detailed reports of quality assessments
Assist senior engineers in implementing quality improvement initiatives
Analyze quality data to identify recurring issues
Implement and monitor quality assurance processes for Level II
Provide mentorship to new team members on quality protocols
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality
Benefits
Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
12 paid holidays
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program including mental health benefits
Voluntary benefits such as home/auto insurance discounts and legal assistance
Full Job Description
QUALITY ENGINEER I OR II
LEVEL I
Estimated annual base pay: $62,000.00(minimum) - $81,000.00(midpoint) - $99,000.00(maximum)
LEVEL II
Estimated annual base pay: $75,000.00(minimum) - $97,000.00(midpoint) - $120,000.00(maximum)
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including:
Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
LEVEL I
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct Quality Inspections: Perform routine inspections of products and processes to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
Document Inspection Results: Accurately record and maintain detailed reports of quality assessments and findings.
Assist in Quality Improvement: Support senior quality engineers in implementing and monitoring quality improvement initiatives.
Analyze Standard Issues: Utilize existing procedures to evaluate quality data and identify recurring problems.
Maintain Quality Procedures: Follow standardized quality control procedures to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Key Skills:
Quality Assurance Procedures: Knowledgeable in executing standard quality assurance protocols to maintain product standards.
Data Collection: Skilled in gathering relevant data for quality assessment and reporting purposes.
Technical Documentation: Proficient in creating and maintaining detailed quality documentation and records.
Attention to Detail: Highly attentive to identifying defects and ensuring compliance with quality specifications.
Problem Solving: Able to apply existing procedures to troubleshoot and resolve routine quality issues.
Communication: Effective in conveying information clearly and verifying understanding during interactions.
Quality Standards: Familiar with industry quality standards and able to apply them in daily tasks.
Reporting: Competent in preparing accurate and timely quality reports for review by senior staff.
Teamwork: Capable of collaborating with team members to achieve quality goals within standardized processes.
Time Management: Efficient in managing time to meet quality objectives and project deadlines.
Successful candidates typically have:
1-5 years of experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
Experience with a regulated manufacturing environment
Working closely with a functionally integrated team
Six Sigma certified and/or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
LEVEL II
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance Execution: Implements and monitors quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure product standards are consistently met.
Problem Analysis: Identifies and resolves quality related issues by analyzing data and applying technical expertise and judgment.
Team Mentorship: Provides informal guidance and support to new team members to enhance their understanding of quality protocols and practices.
Cross Functional Collaboration: Collaborates with engineering, production, and other departments to improve product quality and process efficiency.
Quality Reporting: Documents and communicates quality metrics, findings, and improvement recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
Key Skills:
Quality Assurance: Expertise in implementing and maintaining quality assurance processes and standards to ensure product excellence.
Root Cause Analysis: Proficient in identifying and analyzing the underlying causes of quality issues using industry standard methodologies.
Process Improvement: Skilled in evaluating and enhancing manufacturing or business processes to optimize quality outcomes and efficiency.
Technical Documentation: Ability to create, manage, and maintain accurate technical documentation and quality reports.
Data Analysis: Experienced in analyzing quality data and metrics to inform decision making and drive continuous improvement.
Regulatory Compliance: Knowledgeable in relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring all processes meet compliance requirements.
Communication: Capable of clearly explaining complex quality related information to team members and stakeholders in straightforward situations.
Statistical Process Control (SPC): Knowledgeable in applying statistical methods to monitor and control processes.
Human Factors Awareness: Coach the team to recognize fatigue, stress, and environmental distractions that lead to escapes during long, intricate assembly processes.
Foreign Object Debris (Damage) Champion: Actively identify areas at risk for FOD and implement countermeasures.
Waste Reduction: Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to minimize rework, scrap, and operational inefficiencies
Value Stream Mapping: Collaborate with the manufacturing cell to identify and eliminate waste, scrap, and costly rework loops.
Successful candidates typically have:
5+ years of experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
Experience with a regulated manufacturing environment
Working closely with a functionally integrated team
Six Sigma certified and/or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
About Woodward, Inc
Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Woodward is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, and serves customers worldwide.
