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Job Posting: Quality/Safety Engineer
Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining quality processes and procedures in the manufacturing and process areas and managing and monitoring safety. The position reports to the Quality Manager.Typical Duties
• Maintain adherence to all safety guidelines. Review safety performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active promotion of Quality Policy. Assure that department is following established Procedures/Work Instructions/etc. Assure that all prescribed records and documents are correctly completed and maintained. Review Quality performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Foster a positive working environment through fair, consistent, and respectful treatment of employees.
• Conduct various skills assessments and performance evaluations for assigned employees. Establish employee goals.
• Develop/strengthen the Quality team through proper training, coaching, and guidance.
• Drive 5S and housekeeping activities to improve quality,
• A proactive approach to enhancing the quality through cross-functional teams ensures participation by all team members in continual improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Maintain prompt and effective communication with Quality personnel, Production group, and appropriate support groups to ensure that proper attention is provided to assure product quality.
• Work to foster a culture of ownership, passion, and a sense of urgency.
• Assist with closing open/pending issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities designed to reduce the cost of poor quality.
• Prepare CARs/NCRs documentation as applicable.
• Implements manage and monitor safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements.
• Evaluates the organization’s procedures, facilities, and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and implement safeguards and solutions.
• Conduct safety meetings and assist facilities with safety meeting topics.
• Conducts job safety analysis.
• Maintains and updates emergency response plans and procedures.
• Provide new employees safety orientations and develop materials for these presentations.Education:
• BS/BA in a related field of study (i.e., Engineering, management, operations research/management, etc.) OR five years Quality experience with increasing responsibilities, previous team lead, supervisor or quality engineer experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience/Knowledge/Skills
• Experience with ISO Quality Systems is required. Lead Auditor certification is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing methods are highly desirable.
• Proficient in using a computer and standard office software is required (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, including the ability to work in a self-directed environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills are required, including experience preparing problem-solving documents.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers, particularly automotive-related, is required.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Root Cause Analysis – Participate in 5 whys, cause mapping.
• Basic Hazard recognition skills (guarding, slips, etc.)
• Basic application of regulatory standards (OSHA)Please submit your resume, desire salary, and cover letter to melody.m@poscoaapc.com