Quality Assurance Engineer

Position

Quality Assurance Engineer

Essex, CT | Full Time

• B.S./A.S. degree in Engineering or similar discipline with at least three years related experience in quality control/quality assurance/manufacturing.
• Quality systems knowledge including ISO
  9001/AS9100/PPAPs.
• Hands‑on experience with machining operations and inspection.
• Knowledge of gage calibration, SPC, geometric tolerancing, inspection methods, MRB, corrective action resolution, first article inspection and others.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using statistical process control systems, performing MSA studies, and performing 8D root cause investigations.

• Perform gage R&Rs, create Inspection plans, lead APQP teams organizing PFMEAs, Control Plans, and PPAPs.
• Work with industry standards and specifications to improve, audit and control the quality of the products.
• Coordinate and guide the installation of new methods and systems. Working with manufacturing and inspection personnel, train for the needed skills to use these new methods and systems.
• Coordinate statistical process control system.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day Quality Management System operation and adjust or modify, as required, to improve quality and reduce costs through the use of SPC.
• Work with Project Engineers to guide APQP activities such as PFMEA, Control Plan, and PPAP documentation.

The Lee Company offers opportunities for career growth in a stable, well‑managed company providing an attractive range of benefits including company‑paid health insurance, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and daycare subsidy. The Lee Company is situated in southern New England in a rural, campus setting close to the Long Island Sound.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.