Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer will support critical Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions as well as planned process studies/projects/improvements and identify opportunities for continual process improvements for H&V Operations in the MA Mills. The Quality Engineer will plan, develop and implement solutions for these improvements using sound engineering principles, Six Sigma methodology, and Lean manufacturing techniques. These efforts will result in improved product quality, reduced variation, less waste, reduced cost, improved reliability, increased efficiency, increased speed, improved employee safety, employee education and training, improved environmental status and greater overall system capability.

The Quality Engineer will work to ensure a product or service provides a high level of quality that meets customer expectations.

Within paper making operations, supports studies and optimization of all unit operations, stock preparation, resin production, drying, saturating, winding, slitting, etc. Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions with cross functional teams documented in 8D form. Assist in investigations using statistical methods/analysis. Identify key systemic failures and work directly with Process Engineers and Superintendents to put in long term corrective actions. Lead the Material review board (nonconforming material resolution/capas) assisting with deviation process review.

Aid in development of PFMEA’s, Control Plans, SOPs, and response plans to deliver improved quality and cost. Complete internal system, process, and product audits. Participate in external audits. Complete MSA for lab equipment as necessary. Provide statistical analysis of quality data as needed for complaints, improvements, trials, and deviations. Assist with maintaining lab equipment as necessary. Assist with maintaining document control system.

Support resolution of customer complaints related to process issues as appropriate. Establish production and quality control standards. Put a system in place that will measure the organization's performance and then report on its findings, liaising with managers and staff, and coordinating procedures to discuss any deficiencies. Foster good employee relations. Meets with members of the production team to offer recommendations and share results.

Participates in teams to help make necessary improvements and changes to all process related issues in the production department. Compiles and stores quality data. Monitors product to ensure that they are manufactured with the emphasis on quality and strict adherence to specifications and standards. Maintains all ISO & QS requirements. Works closely with the Quality Manager in promoting quality and efficiency improvements.

Establish the quality initiatives required to ensure customer satisfaction and consistency in manufacturing. Supports PPAP processes. Support new product development and dual qualification efforts using statistical methods. Other related duties as assigned or required.

BS or MS degree in Paper Science, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or minimum of 3 to 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Black belt certified or willingness to certify within first 3 years in role. Strong paper making and technical background. Sound mathematical and technical skills. Strong leadership ability. Flexible and positive attitude towards change.

Team player. Good verbal and written communication skills as well as a good listener. Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to think logically and methodically. Ability to handle constant changes and multiple priorities efficiently and effectively. Excellence. Computer Skills, including Microsoft Suite and Minitab. Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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