Senior Global Quality System Engineer

Description

Position: Senior Global Quality System Engineer

Location: Victaulic Corporate Headquarters- Easton, PA

Reports To: Director, Quality Assurance

About Us:

Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and fire- fighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property.

Scope: As a Quality Systems Engineer (QSE) your primary focus will consist of managing and maintaining the Quality Management System, ensuring that it is always audit ready. Additionally, the QSE will lead internal audits, pinpointing areas for improvement and making sure corrective actions are followed through. The role involves working closely with the Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality is upheld at every stage of manufacturing. You will work to Maintain accreditations, liaising with external auditors and certification bodies.

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for supporting all elements of Victaulic manufacturing quality systems including new process qualifications, process re-evaluation, non-conforming material containment, root cause analysis and other corrective and preventive initiatives. Assist facility QA teams in understanding and implementing Victaulic specifications.
• In partnership with plant quality leaders, collaborate to identify best practices and implement standard work aimed at improving quality results.
• Provide support as necessary for existing product lines and Victaulic manufacturing facilities. These activities include, but are not limited to: Engineering Change Control, process improvements, and product improvements.
• Improving Internal Quality processes (such as incoming inspection, claims handling, measuring and monitoring of processes) and offer Quality Management support to other departments (Supply Chain, Customer Care, warehousing, etc.) in order to improve internal processes and to maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification.
• Serve as department liaison for new product development initiatives. Actively participate in product design reviews, Advanced Quality Planning, design & process FMEA’s, mistake proofing and other quality new product development activities.
• Manage the development and maintenance of internal technical specifications and testing methods commensurate with tolerance sensitivities and part complexity.
• Initiate product / process reviews related to warranty claims/customer complaints.
• Perform trend analysis and establish ongoing manufacturing / quality metrics.
• Conduct routine reviews through random audits of the related manufacturing processes and products.
• Other initiatives and projects as directed by the Global Quality Assurance Director or Manager.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Engineering Degree or equivalent experience required. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt a plus.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a global Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering organization.
• Experience working in a quality-focused role with previous experience of quality systems.
• Audit & audit management experience (ISO9001 lead auditor preferred but not essential).
• Good IT skills: Word, Excel, SAP and excellent communication skills.
• A good, working understanding of quality management systems.
• Ability to work under own initiative without direct supervision as part of the quality team.
• Working knowledge of quality tools (such as APQP, FMEA, 6 Sigma, 8D, 5 Why) would be advantageous.
• Experience in aerospace/forging industry would be advantageous.
• Experience of working with customers, suppliers and awarding bodies.
• Knowledge of OEM technical requirements would be advantageous.
• Academic qualifications (i.e. HNC / ONC / Degree).
• Alternatively, appropriate demonstrable experience will be considered.
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EEO Statement: Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. Background checks, drug testing, and health assessments may be required as part of our pre-employment process.

Disclaimer: This description is not a comprehensive list of activities and responsibilities required of an employee. These activities and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.