Quality Engineer

Job description:

HTI has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineer with a large start-up manufacturing facility in Waynesboro, GA (located just south of Augusta, GA). This is a full-time, direct-hire, onsite position. The company offers fantastic benefits and opportunities for growth. Salary will depend on experience and education, and the range is approximately $65,000 - $75,000 / year.

Requirements:

• Must have 3 years of Quality Engineer or Quality/Engineering Technician experience in a manufacturing plant
• Experience in a component assembly environment, conducting quality checks on parts and finished products (metal, plastics, electrical wiring), root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred; must have high school diploma or GED
• Must be able to interpret technical drawings/blueprints, work instructions, plans, diagrams and product specifications
• Experience with measuring/testing tools and quality-related equipment
• Previous training, certifications, and/or experience in quality related problem-solving techniques (SPC, PFMEA, FMEA, PPAP, etc.) is a plus
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to effectively coordinate with team members at all levels of the organization
• Strong computer/systems skills are required, and ERP system experience is strongly preferred
• Experience with an ISO and/or UL certified company is preferred
• Must be flexible and able to adapt quickly to change as this is a startup environment
• Local candidates strongly preferred

Summary:

Will ensure that all finished products meet quality standards, in accordance with internal and customer requirements and specifications. This role will involve heavy time on the production floor conducting quality checks on finished products, conducting root cause analysis on non-conformances, and development/implementation of corrective actions.

Job duties:

• Serve as a representative of the company’s global quality management team, and communicate with them regularly to ensure adherence to company and customer quality standards
• Conduct quality inspections, measurements, and testing of assembled products and parts to ensure they are in compliance with internal and customer standards and specs
• Work with production and assembly leaders to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions on any non-conformances
• Analyze and recommend appropriate changes to production and assembly procedures
• Ensure production employees are trained in all processes and procedures related to proper part assembly and quality expectations
• Ensure that quality procedures are in use, functional, and efficient
• Serve as a representative to external contacts for quality-related issues and internal/3rd party quality audits
• Track and report all quality-related KPI’s
• Coordinate and communicate with the Purchasing Department to resolve supplier quality issues
• Establish, implement, and enforce procedures/SOP’s for maintaining high standards of quality, reliability, and safety
• Promote company-wide quality and continuous improvement efforts

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with 5% employer match
• 3 weeks of vacation