Sr. Quality Engineer

International Permanent USD100,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
My client is seeking will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality across manufacturing processes and product outputs. This position requires an experienced professional capable of analyzing complex quality issues, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
  • Oppertunity for Growth within Excellent Aerospace Parts Manufacturer
  • Terrific Benefits including 401k Match and Early Leave on Fridays

About Our Client

My client is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of highly engineered flow control products and services. With a rich history spanning decades, they serve critical industries such as aerospace & defence, industrial markets, energy, and commercial marine sectors. Their innovative solutions are designed to operate in the most demanding applications, where reliability and precision are paramount.

Job Description

They key responsibilities of the Senior Quality Engineer will be:

  • Quality Systems: Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other applicable standards.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Conduct thorough root cause analyses of product failures or process non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure issues are effectively resolved.
  • Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and improve process efficiency.
  • Product and Process Validation: Oversee product and process validation efforts, including First Article Inspections (FAI), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and other quality-related verification activities.
  • Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality standards, conduct supplier audits, resolve quality issues, and ensure the consistent quality of incoming materials and components.
  • Customer Interface: Act as a key point of contact for customers regarding quality concerns, ensuring effective communication and resolution of any issues. Ensure timely responses to customer complaints, returns, or audits.
  • Quality Documentation: Develop, review, and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, quality inspection procedures, work instructions, and audit reports.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, certifications, and customer requirements, including participation in internal and external audits.
  • Metrics and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report on key quality metrics (KPIs), identifying trends and proposing solutions to improve overall quality performance.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and quality technicians, fostering a culture of quality excellence within the organization.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Senior Quality Engineer will have the following:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment, with preference for experience in aerospace, defense, or oil & gas industries.
  • Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred.
  • Skills:
    • In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (QMS), including ISO 9001, AS9100, and/or relevant industry-specific standards.
    • Proficient in root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone Diagrams.
    • Experience with advanced quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, control plans, and PPAP.
    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
    • Proficiency in quality software and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel).



What's on Offer

My client can offer the following for the Senior Quality Engineer:

  • Competitive Base Salary (100-125k)
  • Bonus Potential
  • Excellent benefits including company 401k Match
  • Early closure on Fridays
  • Company paid shutdowns during the holidays
Contact
Daniel Hall
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6565125

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
International
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Daniel Hall
Job Reference
JN-102024-6565125