Quality Engineer II

Overview

Quality Engineer II originates and develop designs of structures and devices, apply physical and chemical theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complicated problems relating to engineering design, materials, and processes and design and develop research and testing equipment.

This position will serve our Enterprise Division, located in Fort Smith, AR (Onsite).

• Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities throughout operational sites.
• Partner with site leadership through onsite support to advance quality at the site and develop the site’s core competencies in core quality tools including process design and development including process certification, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, problem solving and SPC.
• Lead improvement projects/events (e.g. Process Certification, Problem Solving, Compliance finding CARs) though to completion by utilizing sound project management techniques
• Develop the training material for the processes owned (e.g. Process Certification, Problem Solving, Compliance Assurance)
• Support the “development of” and or “maintain the relationship for” training material for the processes owned (e.g. Process Certification, Problem Solving, Compliance Assurance) and keep the material current in the repository of record, Quality University.
• For externally sourced training or services, maintain a good working relationship to guarantee our minimum standard of competency for services rendered. (i.e. Third
  -Party Services)
• Provide data and evidence-driven root cause analysis and effective solutions.
• Develop and maintain process training, reporting and certification documentation to ensure that operators clearly understand all position requirements. Serve the operations sites through frequent onsite engagement and coaching support to develop self-sustaining competency.
• Facilitate and support the conduction of the Quality section of the RPS Site Assessments
• Support the maturity of QMS and supporting processes through the deployment of Process Robustness Maturity standards that will aid in positive ISO compliance outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Black Belt in six Sigma Methodology or equivalent experience
• Preferred Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Preferred ASQ Quality Engineering Certification
• Knowledge and experience in current Quality Assurance procedures and systems.
• Knowledge and experience in one or more of following specialties:
• Brazing
• Dimensional Control & Metrology
• PCB & Controls Engineering
• Must have the ability to interact and work in a factory floor environment.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Experience in design and test laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others is a matrix team environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with minimum errors and excellent attention to detail.
• Domestic and International travel required.

At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide.

From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.

• Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
• Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
• Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
• Acting with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity,…